Species Name: Asplenium bulbiferum 

Common name(s): Mother fern, Hen and Chickens fern, Mother spleenwort 

Defining Characteristics: 

• Brightly colored lacy fronds
• Baby plantlets are produced on the upper surface of the fronds on the mother plant then fall off into the moist soil below

Recommended Pot Size: Medium - Large 

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

Temperature requirement: Above 65°F

Humidity: Dry (0-30%)  Moderate (30-70%)  Humid (70-100%) 

Watering frequency: Water regularly. Although this species is more drought tolerant than other ferns, avoid letting the soil dry out.  

Lighting:     Full Shade    Partial Shade     Full Sun 

Soil type: Well draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here

Growth rate: Moderate 

Height: 36” 

Origin: New Zealand 

Regional locality: Found common throughout its native range of New Zealand and Australia in shaded areas 

USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-11

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use: 

Care Notes: In its native habitat, this plant thrives in moist environments. Planting in an area close to a water feature will help this plant thrive and mimic its natural habitat. 

Shipping Notes: 

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" pot.