Asplenium nidus 'Japanese Bird's Nest Fern'

Species Name: Asplenium nidus 

Common Name: Japanese Bird’s Nest Fern  

Defining Characteristics: 

• Bright green fronds with contrasting midrib
• Foliage is wide with a glossy sheen
• Solid tongue-shaped fronds that come up from a central rosette

Recommended Pot Size: Large - Extra Large 

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Temperature Requirement (°F): Above 65°

Humidity: Humid (70-100%) 

Watering Frequency: Water regularly, do not let the soil dry out.

Lighting: Full Shade - Partial Shade

Soil Type: Well draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil

Growth Rate: Moderate

Height at Maturity: 24- 36 inches 

Origin: Southeast Asia, including Polynesia and Hawaii   

Regional Locality: Found growing on tropical rainforest trees

USDA Hardiness Zone: 10-12

Care Notes: Due to its size, this plant is recommended as a background plant in large terrariums. Drafts may cause the fronds to brown. 

Shipping Notes: As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT.

The plant pictured is in a 2.5 inch pot. Standard pot sizes for Josh's Frogs plants typically range from 1.25-3.5 inches.