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Asplenium nidus 'Osaka'

Also Known As

  • Japanese Bird's Nest Fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 15"-36"
  • W: 24"-48"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Asplenium nidus 'Osaka' plant details

Asplenium nidus 'Osaka' is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Asplenium nidus 'Osaka'

Plant type: fern
Plant family: aspleniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 48 IN - wide, 15 IN - 36 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Asplenium nidus 'Osaka'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A tropical fern displaying narrow, strap-like leaves with highly ruffled edges, growing in a compact, arching habit. Very unique look. Provide uniform moisture in pots. Ferns thrive in neutral to acidic, loose, richly organic soil which is moist but not waterlogged. Prefers bright, filtered sunlight and is excellent as a houseplant or in a seasonal container. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

Gardening facts about Asplenium nidus 'Osaka' plant

How to Grow Asplenium nidus 'Osaka'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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