Bowenia spectabilis
Byfield Fern
Genus: Bowenia · Family: Stangeriaceae
62· Rare
About
One of only two Bowenia species. Notable for its bipinnate leaves, unique among cycads.
Native Regions
Australia, Queensland
Height Range
1-2m
Growth Form
Underground tuberous stem
CITES Listing
Appendix II
Habitat & Distribution
Habitat Type
Rainforest understory; coastal Queensland
Origin & Distribution
Australia (Queensland - bipinnate leaves unique among cycads)
Key Characteristics
- Bipinnate leaves
- underground stem
- fern-like appearance
Distinct Features
- Only cycad genus with bipinnate leaves
- endemic to Queensland
References
Sources: Australian Tropical Herbarium
Image Source: iNaturalist
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