Asplenium lepidum — a hard houseplant, prefers partial sun light
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Asplenium lepidum

Asplenium Lepidum

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A note from PlantMom

Asplenium lepidum generally has strong resistance to disease and relatively few insect pests. The care level for Asplenium lepidum is considered difficult, as it requires a moist environment and frequent watering. However, the roots are prone to rotting if they are overwatered and the environment is not well-ventilated. Asplenium lepidum is suitable for people with some growing experience, since most people can keep it alive for a certain period. However, Asplenium lepidum may have difficulty thriving, and its leaves can dry out and become less healthy over time.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Asplenium Lepidum.

Light

Asplenium lepidum comes from habitats such as forest understories or rocky areas that provide natural shade. Its preferred light condition is Full Shade, though it can tolerate Partial Sun.

Temperature

Asplenium lepidum grows well in forest thickets. It is very sensitive to temperature and humidity; high heat, dry conditions, and strong sunlight can all make the plant uncomfortable. In summer it needs adequate shading and a humid environment. Generally it does not require special care in winter, but an extended winter drought can still be fatal.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Fern, Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Asplenium
Family
Aspleniaceae
Hardiness Zone
7-9
Mature Height
5 cm to 15 cm
Mature Spread
5 cm to 10 cm
Leaf Color
Light Green, Forest Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
PLATES
Asplenium lepidum leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Asplenium lepidum leaf
PLATE 02 · leaf
Asplenium lepidum fruit
PLATE 03 · fruit
Asplenium lepidum habit
PLATE 04 · habit
Asplenium lepidum habit
PLATE 05 · habit
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