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Birdwing Treefern (Cyathea borinquena)

The Birdwing Treefern, scientifically known as Cyathea borinquena, is a fascinating plant with a distinctive presence. This page provides information about its taxonomy, distribution, and other interesting facts.

Considerations for Pets

• This plant is described as a shrub and tree fern, which could be tempting for pets to chew on.

Considerations for Children

• This plant is described as a shrub and tree fern, which could be tempting for children to touch and potentially ingest.

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

• Scientific Name: Cyathea borinquena (Maxon) Domin
• Common Name: Birdwing Treefern
• Family: Cyatheaceae
• Rank: Species
• Synonyms:
  • Alsophila borinquena Maxon
  • Trichipteris borinquena (Maxon) R.

Morphology and Growth Habit

• The Birdwing Treefern is a perennial plant with a shrub-like structure.

Distribution

• This species is not found in Idaho.
• It is referenced in connection with Bosque Estatal Toro Negro/Toro Negro State Forest.
• Mentioned as being found in Estados Unidos (United States).

Interactions with Other Organisms

• The Birdwing Treefern is associated with the Cairns Birdwing Butterfly, as the tree fern fiber may serve as a food source for this butterfly.
• The Richmond Birdwing Butterfly is mentioned alongside other tree fern species.

Further Information

• Discover Life provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cyathea borinquena.
• Additional information can be found in the Plantilla:Plantae Mundi/Fuentes/ITRE database.
• MyTreeDB is referenced, though in an unclear context.