Overview
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum' is a clump forming fern in the genus Asplenium, part of the Aspleniaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.6 m tall. Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum' grows best in full shade, and tolerates sandy and loamy soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal gardens and city and courtyard gardens. It is native to Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region and Flanders.
About
Asplenium scolopendrium, commonly known as the hart's-tongue fern, is an evergreen fern in the family Aspleniaceae native to the Northern Hemisphere.
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About the genus
Asplenium is a genus of about 700 species of ferns, often treated as the only genus in the family Aspleniaceae, though other authors consider Hymenasplenium separate, based on molecular phylogenetic analysis of DNA sequences, a different chromosome count, and structural differences in the rhizomes. The type species for the genus is Asplenium marinum.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Asplenium
- Sunlight
- Full shade
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Fern
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 0.6 m
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal gardens, City and courtyard gardens
- Native to
- Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum'
- Propagation
- Division, Spores
- Pest resistance
- Scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum'?
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum' prefers full shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum' need?
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum' grows best in sandy and loamy soil. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
How big does Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum' grow?
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum' reaches a height of 0.6 m.
Is Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum' hardy in the UK?
Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Asplenium scolopendrium 'Cristatum'?
Division, Spores.
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