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 depthswith 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 fernplant is shipped in the pot, wrapped in paper.