Description
Asplenium scandens (also called the climbing spleenwort, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Malaysia, and the Philippines. It is an epiphytic species, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asplenium scandens is a small, white, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves and a purple stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asplenium scandens is a tropical fern that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be propagated from spores or division. It is a slow-growing fern and can reach heights of up to 3 feet.
Where to Find Asplenium scandens
Asplenium scandens is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Australia.