Forested areas of Fiordland National Park generally are dominated by beech and podocarp species with understory of numerous ferns and shrubs; crown fern (Lomaria discolor) is an example of chief understory species.
Fiordland National Park's forests feature beech and podocarp trees as dominant species, with ferns and shrubs forming a diverse understory. Crown fern (Lomaria discolor) is a key component of this undergrowth.