This genus comprises tree ferns characterized by tall, solitary, scaly trunks topped with large fronds that range in color from yellow-brown to purple.

Sphaeropteris albifrons

Sphaeropteris aramaganensis

Sphaeropteris atrox

Sphaeropteris brunei

Sphaeropteris cooperi is a rapidly growing tree fern that can attain heights of 5 meters under optimal conditions. It features a slender trunk and produces mid-green fronds that can extend up to 4 meters in length.

Sphaeropteris cooperi

Sphaeropteris cooperi 'Brentwood'

Sphaeropteris cooperi 'Cinnamon'

Sphaeropteris cooperi 'Highland Lace'

Sphaeropteris cooperi 'Revolutum'

This rapidly growing tree fern can attain heights of 5 meters under optimal conditions. It features a slender trunk that matures to a dark brown hue. The fronds are blue-green and can extend up to 4 meters in length.

Sphaeropteris cooperi blue stipe

Sphaeropteris cooperi single-crested

Sphaeropteris excelsa

Sphaeropteris felina

Sphaeropteris horrida

Sphaeropteris insignis

Sphaeropteris intermedia

Sphaeropteris lepifera

Sphaeropteris lunulata

Sphaeropteris medullaris is a perennial tree fern that can grow to a height of 7 to 16 meters. It features a slender black trunk that supports fronds measuring up to 5 meters in length. These fronds are composed of numerous small, oblong leaflets that are glossy on the upper surface, while the undersides are scaly and have spines along the edges.