Asplenium Nidus ‘Crissie’

Asplenium nidus ‘Crissie’

Eye-catching indoor fern with long, ruffled leaves which become more frilly as the plant matures. Great air purifying plant. 

• Other names:  Asplenium antiquum, Birds Nest Fern
• Useful to know: Non-toxic, safe around pets and children
• Eventual height: Can grow up to 60cm
• Origins: Eastern Asia

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Asplenium Care Sheet

Light: Does best in bright, indirect light or partial shade, as too much direct light can burn the leaves. Keep away from drafts

Water: Keep soil moist in the growing season by watering regularly, and allowing excess water to drain away

Soil/Nutrition: Well draining, houseplant potting mix. Feed during the growing season every two weeks

Humidity: Requires a high level of humidity to survive. Keep in the bathroom, mist regularly, or grow as part of a terrarium 

Pruning and propagation: Remove old, damaged leaves. Can be propagated via spores, or via baby offshoots

Experience Level: Moderate