Species Name: Asplenium hybrid (A.dimorphum x A. difforme)  

Common Name(s): Austral Gem

Defining Characteristics: 

• Stiff, shiny dark green fronds with a waxy texture
• Durable and adaptable
• Sterile hybrid, will not produce spores

Recommended Pot Size: Small - Medium 

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature Requirement (°F): Above 60°

Humidity: Humid (70-100%) 

Watering Frequency: Although drought tolerant, this plant thrives best in evenly moist soil 

Lighting:  Partial Shade 

Soil Type: Well draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil

Growth Rate: Slow - Moderate

Height at Maturity: 12 inches

Origin: Australia 

Regional Locality: Parent plants are native to Queensland on the coast of the Coral Sea 

USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-11

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: Easy to grow fern requiring low maintenance. The small size makes it great for tropical terrariums. 

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.

The plant pictured is in a 2.5 inch pot.