ponga

Alsophila tricolor | silver fern, ponga

The iconic Silver Fern is a New Zealand native tree fern recognised by its vibrant green fronds with striking silver undersides. Its patterned trunk, marked by fallen frond bases, adds to its architectural appeal. This fern thrives in shaded, moist environments, creating a subtropical ambiance in gardens.  It's versatile, serving as a specimen tree, forest understory, or in revegetation and mixed plantings, and is well-suited for streamside locations.