Asplenium Australasicum (Birds Nest Fern)
Asplenium Australasicum (Birds Nest Fern)
Average hight: 200mm pot, 500mm (from top of pot)
Asplenium Australasicum (Bird's Nest Fern) is a captivating fern known for its glossy, broad green fronds that grow in a stunning upright rosette form. Native to trees in its natural habitat, this adaptable fern also thrives in garden borders, pots, or as an indoor plant. The Australasicum variety is characterised by slightly broader leaves and a taller, more defined shape, making it an eye-catching feature in any setting. Its lush foliage and architectural elegance bring a fresh, sophisticated touch to shaded garden areas or indoor spaces, where it adds texture, depth, and year-round greenery.
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Mature height
0.5–1 meter
Mature width
1–1.5 meters
Spacing
0.5–1 meter apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Glossy green fronds
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
This fern does not produce flowers; instead, it reproduces via spores, which are usually present in spring
Sun tolerance
Prefers filtered light to full shade; does not tolerate direct sunlight
Maintenance
Low maintenance; keep moist and water during dry periods; remove dead fronds as needed