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Asplenium nidus

Bird's Nest Fern

Epiphytic fern characterized by broad, undivided fronds forming a central rosette. Thrives in humid tropical environments.

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Pot Size 3-4 in

Pot Size	Availability	Price
3-4 in	Out of Stock	$18.95	Buy
3-4 in	Out of Stock	$19.99	Buy
3-4 in	Out of Stock	$22.99	Buy
3-4 in	In Stock	$33.37	Buy
3-4 in	In Stock	$33.37	Buy
3-4 in	In Stock	$35.75	Buy

Pot Size 5-6 in

Merchant	Pot Size	Availability	Price
	5-6 in	In Stock	$24.49	Buy

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Plant Details

Common Name	Bird's Nest Fern
Family	Aspleniaceae
Genus	Asplenium
Species	Nidus
Origin	Tropical Asia, Australia
Blooming	Non-flowering, reproduces via spores.
Leaf Color	Bright green to deep emerald
Sunlight	Half-shade
Category	Indoor plants
Pet Friendly	check Yes

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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Peat-based mix with perlite or coconut coir for drainage and aeration.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Mist frequently to maintain humidity.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light only. Direct sun scorches fronds quickly causing brown tips.

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Fertilization

Liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength monthly during growing season (Spring/Summer).

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Pruning

Remove brown or damaged fronds at the base carefully without damaging the crown.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months

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Growing Parameters

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Temperature

64° – 84°

Fahrenheit

Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth

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Humidity

60% – 85%

% relative

Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in

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Light (LUX)

500 – 10000

Lux

Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface

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Light (PAR)

1000 – 2500

mmol/m²/s

Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity

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Soil Moisture

40% – 70%

% volumetric

Water content in the growing medium

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Soil EC

300 – 1200

mS/cm

Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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