Species Name: Asplenium antiquum ‘Hurricane’

Common Name(s): Hurricane Bird’s Nest Fern, Twisted Bird’s Nest 

Defining Characteristics: 

• This unique Asplenium species has thick fronds that handle lower humidity levels
• Almost always, the textured fronds will twist to the right
• Can act as an epiphyte or potted as well

Recommended Pot Size: Medium

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature Requirement (°F): Prefers cooler temperatures around 60-75°. Can tolerate warmer temperatures if higher humidity and more frequent waterings.

Humidity: 50-80%

Watering Frequency: Needs consistently moist soil, but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of the soil starts to dry out.

Lighting: Partial Shade

Soil Type: Well-draining substrate that has some moisture retention.

Growth Rate: Slow

Height at Maturity: This plant usually will reach 24 inches in height and 20 inches across.

Origin: This plant is a cultivated hybrid that was bred in the Netherlands in 2014  

Regional Locality: The Bird’s Nest Fern is native to tropical areas of Asia and can be found in the ground or nestled in nooks and crannies of trees or rock faces.

USDA Hardiness Zone: 10-11

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use: 

Care Notes: Don’t let this plant dry out too much, but it can tolerate drying out some.

Keep temperatures on the cooler side, but if you have warmer temperatures add more humidity.

Shipping Notes: Generous LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE offered.

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly, removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home.

Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

 ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT

The plant pictured is in a 2.5 inch pot.