{"product_id":"tasmansk-traebregne-dicksonia-antarctica-plante","title":"Tasmanian tree fern (Dicksonia antarctica) | plant","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFROST TOLERANT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDicksonia antarctica\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tasmanian tree fern, southern tree fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names: \u003c\/strong\u003eSoft tree fern, Tasmanian tree fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"755\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"324\"\u003eDicksonia antarctica\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the most iconic tree ferns, originating from the humid, temperate forests of Tasmania and southeastern Australia. The species is known for its great robustness, its impressive appearance, and its characteristic, fibrous trunk, which can rise several meters in older specimens. This species is a favorite in exotic gardens as well as terrariums and plant collections, where its lush, tropical expression creates a unique atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eAppearance and growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"807\"\u003eDicksonia antarctica\u003c\/em\u003e forms a massive, dark, fibrous trunk that can reach 2–6 meters in height in the wild. Large, feathery fronds that can grow over 2 meters long unfold from the trunk. The fronds are soft, finely divided, and give the plant a nearly prehistoric appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003eThe tree fern grows relatively slowly, but its elegant crown and fairytale-like expression make it a strong focal point in both gardens and large terrariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003eUsage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eThe species is used both as an ornamental plant in temperate exotic gardens, in greenhouses, and in large terrariums. The high humidity and the large, soft fronds make it particularly prized in rainforest setups, where it provides structure and natural cover for animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003eIts trunk serves as a natural growth medium for mosses, ferns, and epiphytes – both in nature and in terrarium use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eCultivation and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to shade – cannot tolerate harsh midday sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives at 10–25 °C. Tolerates light frost, but should be protected against prolonged cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e High humidity is ideal, especially in a greenhouse or rainforest terrarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1909\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, humus-rich, and well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water both the soil and the trunk. The trunk must never dry out completely – this is where the plant absorbs much of its moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a weak fertilizer during the growing season. Avoid strong fertilizer directly on the trunk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003eOverwintering:\u003c\/strong\u003e In Denmark, it should be kept frost-free or covered during winter. Fronds can be removed as needed, but the trunk must be protected against drying out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003eNote\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2595\"\u003eAs a tree fern, \u003cem data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2396\"\u003eDicksonia antarctica\u003c\/em\u003e is both robust, decorative, and long-lived. It adds a striking, almost fairytale-like touch to any tropical setup and is simultaneously one of the most accessible and reliable tree ferns on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The images are meant as examples of the plant and do not necessarily represent the exact plant being purchased.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Can also be purchased as seeds\/spores \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/tasmansk-traebregne-dicksonia-antarctica-fro-20-stk?\" title=\"Tasmanian tree fern (Dicksonia antarctica) | seeds\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Seedling (approx. 10 cm)","offer_id":54557212770572,"sku":null,"price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small (approx. 30 cm)","offer_id":54557212803340,"sku":null,"price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Dicksoniaantarctica_1_b2893af8-6038-45e4-b31f-f725793099c5.jpg?v=1763146793","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/en-bg\/products\/tasmansk-traebregne-dicksonia-antarctica-plante","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}