Hooker's Spleenwort (Asplenium Hookerianum) is a perennial fern in the Aspleniaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full shade or partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Asplenium hookerianum is a small tufted fern native to New Zealand and Australia, often found in shaded rocky habitats.

Hooker's Spleenwort

Hooker's Spleenwort

Asplenium Hookerianum

Asplenium hookerianum is a small tufted fern native to New Zealand and Australia, often found in shaded rocky habitats.

Quick Facts

Type
fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Shade, Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, well-drained rocky soil
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental foliage

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hooker's Spleenwort

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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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Aspleniaceae
Genus:Asplenium