Bird's Nest Fern (Asplenium Australasicum) is a perennial fern in the Aspleniaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Asplenium australasicum is a large, evergreen epiphytic fern with broad, undivided fronds growing in a rosette formation resembling a bird's nest.

Bird's Nest Fern

Bird's Nest Fern

Asplenium Australasicum

Asplenium australasicum is a large, evergreen epiphytic fern with broad, undivided fronds growing in a rosette formation resembling a bird's nest.

Quick Facts

Type
fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
9-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bird's Nest Fern

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Prune
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Fertilize
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Repot
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Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Aspleniaceae
Genus:Asplenium