Bird's nest fern
Asplenium nidus · Family Aspleniaceae
Also known as: asplenium nidus, nest fern, asplenium
- Light
- Partial shade to bright indirect
- Watering
- Every 4 days
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Pet-safe
- Yes
Care
Where to put it
A bathroom or kitchen with good humidity.
Light
Partial shade to bright indirect light. Direct sun burns the fronds.
Watering
Keep lightly moist, watering around the edge rather than into the centre.
About the plant
The bird's nest fern forms a rosette of whole, broad, wavy leaves. It is an unusual fern, with no divided fronds. In a pot it reaches about 60 cm across.
Origin
Native to the tropical forests of Asia, Australia and the Pacific islands, where it grows on trees.
What it likes
- Soft indirect light
- High humidity
- Slightly moist compost
What it dislikes
- Water pooling in the centre
- Direct sun
- Dry air
Did you know?
In the wild, its rosette works like a basket that collects fallen leaves, which become food for the plant.
