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Asplenium scolopendrium (Crispum Group)

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An evergreen fern typically forming erect-arching clumps of up to 50cm, of undissected, leathery, tongue-shaped, bright green fronds with deeply frilly margins.

Scientific classification

Species: Asplenium scolopendrium (Crispum Group) (Asplenium scolopendrium (Crispum Group))
Genus: Asplenium
Family: Aspleniaceae

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Toxicity: Ferns
Plant type: 0.5-1 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Full shade · Partial shade
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Distribution of Asplenium scolopendrium (Crispum Group)

Distribution map

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Culture

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Quick identification of Asplenium scolopendrium (Crispum Group)

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Asplenium scolopendrium (Crispum Group) care guide

Maintain evenly humus-rich damp soil, mist fronds in dry surrounding air
Watering: Full shade · Partial shade
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Watering

Maintain evenly humus-rich damp soil, mist fronds in dry surrounding air

Fertilizing

Half strength fern foliage feed every two weeks growing season

Pruning

No pruning required but can remove older fading leaves if necessary

Propagation

Propagate by division or spores

Growing

Grow outdoors in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. Prefers alkaline or neutral soil conditions. Bright midday sun can cause damage. Water moderately when in growth, water sparingly over winter. When in growth apply a half-strength balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. See advice profiles on how to grow ferns

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