Description
Asplenium wilfordii (also called Bird's-nest Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Aspleniaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as tropical rainforests, woodlands, and along streams.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asplenium wilfordii has small, greenish-brown flowers that are clustered in a spike. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two or three long, thin leaves that are light green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asplenium wilfordii is a terrestrial fern native to Japan. It prefers moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils in part shade. Propagate by division of clumps or by spores.