asplenium belangeri

Lace fern, Ruffled birds nest fern.

Care level

Medium

This delicate fern features lacy, arching leaves that cascade in perfect symmetry, with each leaf divided into tiny segments that look like miniature fish tails. Unlike its larger cousins, it stays compact and neat, making it perfect for terrariums where its detailed patterns can be admired up close.

Care & maintenance

Light

Moderate indirect light

All areas of your interior that are roughly equidistant between shade and sun. These areas benefit from slight brightness throughout the day.

Temperature

Wide range (59°F - 86°F)

Fertilization frequency

Low

Once per season.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 50 and 80% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Fern mix: A moisture-retentive yet well-aerated substrate. Provides the consistently damp, humus-rich environment that ferns thrive in while preventing waterlogging.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

Click on the soil name for more information.

Pot

Standard size

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

Features

Size & growth

Small

Upright

Slow growth

This plant grows slowly. It can reach up to 12 inches in height or spread.

It grows upwards without support.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species
Cat
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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Non-flowering & not self-pollinating

The asplenium belangeri cannot produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.

Propagation methods

The best propagation method for this specie is Classic division.
Alternatively, you can also try the following methods: