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How to grow and care for Asplenium scolopendrium L.

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Asplenium scolopendrium L., Hind's tongue, Buttonhole, Horse tongue, Scollies

Asplenium scolopendrium L. 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright indirect light

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 scolopendrium L.

How often should I water?

check Asplenium scolopendrium L. 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

When is the Dormant period?

it goes into dormancy in the Winter. during the period, 1.5~2x the watering interval you use in the warm season.

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Light & Location

How much light does a Asplenium scolopendrium L. need?

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Bright indirect light

Medium

Grow light

Low

Light preference

Asplenium scolopendrium L. likes Bright indirect light, Grow light, Medium, Low day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!

This plant prefers
500 ~ 10K lux to thrive!

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20K~

500

10K

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-17

-17~35℃

45

Houseplants

-15

16~24℃

45

Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Asplenium scolopendrium L. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.

Humidity

Ideal humidity

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40~70%

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Asplenium scolopendrium L. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

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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 scolopendrium L. is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Polypodiopsida, Order: Polypodiales, Family: Aspleniaceae, Genus: Asplenium, Species: Asplenium scolopendrium

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
LifespanPerennial
Hardiness Zone5 - 9
Taxonomy
Taxonomy NameTaxonomy Value
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassPolypodiopsida
OrderPolypodiales
FamilyAspleniaceae
GenusAsplenium
SpeciesAsplenium scolopendrium

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