Asplenium hemionitis
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Asplenium hemionitis

Hart’s tongue fern

Tier 2 Difficulty: hard Water: high Light: full_shade
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 9–11
Click count
47
Observations
46

Description

Source: leafsnap

Asplenium hemionitis is a species of fern native to Macaronesia, Northwest Africa and mainland Portugal. It inhabits humid woods and other shady areas, sometimes in uncovered slopes subject to high ocean humidity.Linnaeus was the first to describe the species with the binomial Asplenium hemionitis in his Species Plantarum of 1753.

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Full shade

Asplenium sagittatum comes from habitats like forest understories or rocky areas that provide natural shade. Its preferred light condition is Full Shade, although it can tolerate Partial Sun.

Ideal: Full shade
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

Asplenium sagittatum comes from tropical areas, where the climate is usually warm and humid. Consequently, it is adapted to high temperatures and humidity. It does not tolerate sudden temperature shifts and prefers a steady thermal environment, so indoor temperature fluctuations should be avoided. It generally cannot withstand cold and needs higher temperatures to grow; if the ambient temperature falls too low, growth may stop or the plant may die.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity high (>60%)

This plant needs special care because it loves high humidity levels of 60-80% or more. The best way to achieve this is by placing a humidifier near the plant. Daily misting is also essential! Make sure the room has good ventilation.

Humidity: high (>60%)
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer
🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

The Mule's Fern is known for its lush, cascading fronds. To maintain its health, prune the fern in early spring by removing any dead fronds. This encourages healthy growth. When pruning, make sure to cut back to the base without damaging any new growth. Regular pruning helps improve the plant's shape and increases air circulation, which reduces the risk of fungal infections. Always use clean, sharp tools to prevent the spread of disease.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Fern
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Asplenium
Family
Aspleniaceae
Hardiness Zone
9-11
Mature Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Mature Spread
30 cm to 49 cm
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Forest Green
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Native Area
Libya, Turkey, Tunisia, Syria, Italy, Spain, Algeria, Lebanon, Croatia, Morocco, France

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Common Names (1)

en Hart’s tongue fern