Description
Asplenium longipes (also called 'Long-stalked Spleenwort', 'Long-stalked Asplenium', among many other common names) is a fern with long, narrow, lance-shaped fronds. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It is found in tropical forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Asplenium longipes is a species of fern that is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asplenium longipes is a fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from spores or division. Spores should be sown on a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division is best done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The plant can be divided into sections and replanted in a new location.
Where to Find Asplenium longipes
Asplenium longipes is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, and the Philippines.