Description
Asplenium oblongatum (also called Oblong Spleenwort, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial plant with a creeping habit. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Asplenium oblongatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asplenium oblongatum has small, greenish-yellow flowers that are usually found in clusters on the stem. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are small, with two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asplenium oblongatum is a small, evergreen, perennial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by spores, which can be collected from the fertile fronds. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Once the plants have established, they can be transplanted into the garden.