Description.
140mm
Bird's nest fern (Asplenium nidus) is one of two tropical Asplenium species found in cultivation. The other is Asplenium bulbiferum, often called the spleenwort or mother fern, which is much harder to grow and looks nothing like its cousin. Asplenium ferns are naturally epiphytic, meaning they grow on the surface of other plants. In their rainforest homes, they can be found growing high in the crooks of trees. They grow in a series of erect, spoon-shaped, and apple-colored fronds that rise from a central rosette. Healthy plants can have fronds up to 3 feet long, but this is rare in most indoor situations. These are beautiful plants that require a bit of babying to reach their fullest potential.
| Botanical Name | Asplenium nidus |
| Common Names | Bird's nest fern, nest fern |
| Plant Type | Perennial fern, grown as a houseplant in cooler climates |
| Mature Size | Fronds grow to 20 to 59 inches long and 4 to 8 inches broad. |
| Sun Exposure | Filtered or indirect light |
| Soil Type | Peat-based potting mix |
| Soil pH | 5 to 5.5 |
| Bloom Time | No flowers; grown for foliage |
| Flower Color | No flowers; grown for foliage |
| Hardiness Zones | 11 to 12 |
| Native Area | East tropical Africa and tropical Asia |