Birds Nest Fern: How To Grow And Care For Asplenium Species

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If you’re slowly turning your home into a haven for tropical plants, the birds nest fern is a must-have plant. This lush, leathery-leaved fern finds its home in humid environments naturally. Still, it can easily become a brilliant flush of green indoors or out. Does this sound enticing? If so, read on to learn all about the bird’s nest fern and how to care for it!.

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Birds Nest Fern Overview

Birds nest fern, Bird’s nest fern, Bird’s-nest fern, ō-tani-watari, tani-watari, Crow’s nest fern, Nest fern, Bird’s nest spleenwort, Wild birdsnest fern, New World birdsnest fern
Scientific Name	Asplenium antiquum, Asplenium australasicum, Asplenium nidus, Asplenium serratum
Family	Aspleniaceae
Origin	Tropical areas throughout Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, Australia, and the United States
Height	2-3 feet at maximum growth
Light	Shade to indirect low light
Water	Moist but not wet soil, water around base of plant
Temperature	70-80 degrees Fahrenheit is ideal for this tropical plant.
Humidity	Loves high humidity.
Soil	Extremely well-draining potting mix
Fertilizer	Balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted to half or less strength
Propagation	Spores or tissue culture
Pests	Foliar nematodes, caterpillars, fungus gnats, mealybugs, scale, slugs. Also can experience bacterial blight.

Types of Birds Nest Fern

Native to the temperate regions of eastern Asia, this fern commonly grows on tree trunks, cliffs, and in dark forests. While it is endangered in the wild, it’s commonly available throughout the United States and Europe as an ornamental houseplant. It grows on average 2-3 feet in height/width. Bright green blade-like leaves with a firm center rib and uniform width extend upward from the tight root mass. The edges of the leaves are delightfully crinkled and rippled.

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