It can be found growing in open forest or in hilly areas in the Philippines and in Borneo. Some sources regard it as the same species as Cibotium taiwanense, in which case its range would extend to Taiwan.
It can be discovered in open woodlands or hilly regions within the Philippines and Borneo. Some sources consider it to be the same species as Cibotium taiwanense, in which case its range would extend to Taiwan.