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Common Name: Bird's Nest Fern Osaka, Japanese Bird's Nest Fern
Scientific Name: Asplenium nidus 'Osaka'
-Care Recommendations By The Dude-
Best for These Animals: Small and medium reptiles and amphibians.
Bio Dude Substrates: TerraFlora, TerraFauna, TerraFirma
Soil Depth: All soil depths with proper drainage.
Lighting: Low to medium
Humidity & Misting: 40%-100%, with higher humidity levels suggested.
Mature Plant Size & Root System: These easy-to-grow ferns have sturdy fronds that will keep flushing growth from the center, creating a "bird's nest" appearance of foliage. They have a very shallow fibrous root system that allows for a surprising amount of anchorage.
Temperature Tolerance & Placement in the Terrarium: Too high temperatures/low humidity may cause leaves to brown. Best used as a front (low) groundcover, underplanting, or mounted (only in high humidity conditions) .
Edible & Side Effects if Ingested: Non-toxic if consumed, though these are typically used for ornamental, not edible, purposes.
Pot Size & Packaging: A single 4" potted bird's nest fern plant is shipped in the pot, wrapped in paper.