How to grow and care for Asplenium ensiforme Wall. ex Hook. & Grev.
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Asplenium ensiforme Wall. ex Hook. & Grev.
Asplenium ensiforme Wall. ex Hook. & Grev. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Medium
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Botany Encyclopedia
Genus : Asplenium
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
This plant grows in tropical rainforests worldwide. It thrives in warm areas under tree shade and prefers indirect light over direct sunlight.
🪨 Soil Mix
When planting, it's best to use well-draining soil. Generally, mix 40% potting soil, 20% bark, 20% leaf mold, 10% perlite, and 10% charcoal. However, you can adjust the ratios based on the situation and environment.
🌡️ Environment
Maintain a temperature of 18-24°C, with a minimum of 10°C. Keep humidity between 50-80%, ensuring good air circulation to prevent mold.
☀️ Light
This plant thrives under trees. It's better to provide indirect light rather than direct sunlight.
💧 Water
When the surface soil is dry, water the plant.
🌱 Propagate
Ferns reproduce through spores, but it's challenging to propagate them this way at home. Typically, they are propagated by dividing the plant every 2-3 years.
🪴 Repot
Due to its slow growth rate, it is advisable to repot every 2-3 years.
💊 Fertilize
Use fertilizer at the recommended amount from spring to fall to promote more vigorous growth.
😵 Toxicity
Non-toxic and safe for pets and children.
water
How to water Asplenium ensiforme Wall. ex Hook. & Grev.
How often should I water?
check Asplenium ensiforme Wall. ex Hook. & Grev. Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Asplenium ensiforme Wall. ex Hook. & Grev. need?
Medium
Grow light
Low
Light preference
Asplenium ensiforme Wall. ex Hook. & Grev. likes Medium, Low, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
500 ~ 2K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
500
2K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-17
-17~42℃
45
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Asplenium ensiforme Wall. ex Hook. & Grev. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
0
40~70%
100
Asplenium ensiforme Wall. ex Hook. & Grev. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
The taxonomic classification of Asplenium ensiforme Wall. ex Hook. & Grev. is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Polypodiopsida, Order: Polypodiales, Family: Aspleniaceae, Genus: Asplenium, Species: Asplenium ensiforme
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Hardiness Zone | 5 - 13 |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Polypodiopsida |
| Order | Polypodiales |
| Family | Aspleniaceae |
| Genus | Asplenium |
| Species | Asplenium ensiforme |
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