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Asplenium nidus 17cm H45cm

Asplenium nidus 17cm H45cm
£40.00 GBP
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Meet Asplenium nidus—the glossy fern with a fresh, sculptural rosette. Her broad rippled fronds unfurl from the centre like a living green fountain, bringing rainforest softness without the feathery mess of some ferns.

  • The Formal Name: Asplenium nidus
  • The Nickname: Bird’s Nest Fern
  • Roots: A tropical epiphytic fern found across warm rainforest regions.
  • Natural Vibe: Humid forest canopies and tree hollows where roots sit in airy organic matter.

Care Guide
  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: Bright indirect light is ideal; avoid hot direct sun that can scorch the fronds.
  • Best Room: A bright bathroom, kitchen or warm living room away from dry heat.
  • Snacks: Feed lightly every 6–8 weeks in spring and summer.
  • Tropical Feels: She appreciates humidity and steady moisture, but the crown should not sit wet.
  • Cosy Factor: Keep at 16–26°C and protect from cold draughts.
  • Thirst: Water when the top layer starts to dry, watering around the pot rather than into the central crown.
  • Safety First: Pet-friendly – bird’s nest ferns are generally treated as non-toxic to cats and dogs.
  • The Bedding: Use a loose, moisture-retentive but airy fern mix with bark and fine organic matter.
  • Family Tree: Usually propagated commercially by spores.
  • Space Needs: Broad, arching fronds need room to fan out beautifully.
  • Speed: Moderate in warm humid conditions.
  • Uninvited Guests: Watch for scale, mealybugs and occasional fungus gnats if kept too wet.
  • Moving Day: Repot when roots fill the pot, keeping the crown at the same level.
  • Haircut: Remove damaged fronds at the base with clean scissors.
  • Fresh Air: A clean, glossy fern that instantly softens modern interiors.
  • Plant Lore: The nest-like centre collects organic debris in nature, helping feed the fern where it grows above ground.

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