About

Asplenium nidus 'Crispy Wave' PBR is a slow-growing, evergreen fern that typically reaches a height of around 1 meter. This epiphytic species develops rosettes or 'nests' of upright fronds that are glossy and bright green. The fronds are long and flat, characterized by a uniquely pleated structure with wavy edges and curled tips.

About the genus

Asplenium is a group of evergreen ferns characterized by short, typically upright rhizomes that support a rosette of somewhat leathery fronds. These fronds can vary from simple to pinnate, and may extend to three times pinnate.

Growing conditions

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

West-facing, East-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1B

Plant details

Plant type

Ferns, Houseplants, Conservatory Greenhouse

Habit

Tufted, Clump forming

Foliage

Evergreen

Height

1-1.5 metres

Spread

0.5-1 metres

Time to full height

5-10 years

Suggested uses

Houseplants, Sub-tropical

Care notes

Cultivation

Grow indoors in bright indirect light, in a container using three parts peat-free multipurpose compost, one part peat-free John Innes No.3, and added horticultural grit, occasionally misting the fronds for moderate humidity. Water to keep the compost moist but not soggy and use a half strength general liquid fertiliser monthly between May and August. See how to grow ferns for further advice

Pruning

Dead or damaged fronds may be removed as necessary

Propagation

Propagate by division, or propagate by sowing spores as soon as ripe at 21°C

Pest resistance

May be susceptible to scale insects

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free