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Asplenium flaccidum

Asplenium flaccidum

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Asplenium flaccidum, Hanging Spleenwort, Makawe, Drooping Spleenwort

Asplenium flaccidum, commonly known as Hanging Spleenwort, is a NZ native fern grown for its interesting ability to grow on other plants and from crevices. It is usually found growing from the trunks of trees and tree ferns in the bush. Its limp, dull green, hanging fronds reach up to 1 m in length. Asplenium flaccidum is commonly planted in damp rock crevices or rotting trees in shaded areas.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Ferns
Height:	1.00 m
Spread:	1.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Shade
Garden uses:	Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Rock, Tropical
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Asplenium flaccidum, Hanging Spleenwort, Makawe, Drooping Spleenwort

Asplenium flaccidum Details

Asplenium flaccidum, commonly known as Hanging Spleenwort, is a NZ native fern grown for its interesting ability to grow on other plants and from crevices. It is usually found growing from the trunks of trees and tree ferns in the bush. Its limp, dull green, hanging fronds reach up to 1 m in length and are quite thick and leathery to touch. It requires a shady, sheltered position with a moist substrate to grow. Asplenium flaccidum is commonly planted in damp rock crevices or rotting trees in shaded areas.