Crocodile Ferns

From the range of ferns that can be grown indoors this plant has larger leaflets than most and gives that large full leaf foliage plant appearance.

Plant Specifications

Planting And Care

• Fertilizer should only be given to the plant two to three times a year.
• Even then, the fertilizer should only be applied at half strength and should only be given during the spring and summer months.
• Too much fertilizer will cause deformed leaves with brown or yellow spots or edges.
  

  Asplenium Nidus Crissie Fern Care

  Asplenium nidus can survive either as an epiphytal, or terrestrial plant, but typically grows on organic matter. A peat based potting mix is required. 2 parts peat and 1 part perlite (maybe a little less) is one mixture that will be fine. A peat based mixture with organic material is also good. The two main conditions to provide well is enough humidity and to protect the leaves from direct sunlight. It thrives in warm, humid areas in partial to full shade.

  Sunlight	Partial shade
  Watering	Moderately
  Soil	Well-drained soil
  Temperature	20 to 30 degrees C
  Fertilizer	Use any organic fertilizer
  Harvest Season	Not defined

  Asplenium Nidus Crissie Fern Special Feature

  Crissie fern is an evergreen, epiphytic fern with a short rhizome and large leaves that can be 15 cm long and 20 cm wide.

  Asplenium Nidus Crissie Fern Uses

  Ornamental Use:

  • Used for decorations in homes, shops and offices

  Medicinal Use:

  • The leaves are said to be contraceptive, depurative and sedative
  • It is used in the treatment of chest pains
  • It is used externally for the treatment of stings and bites
  • Note: Use only after consulting the specialist