How to grow and care for Asplenium nidus
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Asplenium nidus
Asplenium nidus 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct light
10C° ~25C°
Every 7 days
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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 nidus
💬 Gardener's know-how
How often should I water?
check Asplenium nidus 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 nidus need?
Bright direct light
Bright indirect light
Medium
Grow light
Low
Light preference
Asplenium nidus likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect light, 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 ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
500
20K
Temperature
Houseplants
-15
10~25℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Asplenium nidus at home, make sure the temperature is 10~25℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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50~80%
100
Asplenium nidus prefers humidity about 50~80%. 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 nidus is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Polypodiopsida, Order: Polypodiales, Family: Aspleniaceae, Genus: Asplenium, Species: Asplenium nidus
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Habitat | North America |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Polypodiopsida |
| Order | Polypodiales |
| Family | Aspleniaceae |
| Genus | Asplenium |
| Species | Asplenium nidus |
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