Also known as Cut-Leaf Spleenwort · Cutleaf Spleenwort
Asplenium abscissum, the abscised spleenwort, is a small fern with spreading fronds. It prefers moist, shady environments and is often found on rocks or soil banks.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Filtered Light
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight which can scorch fronds.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy. Allow slight drying between waterings.
Humus-rich, Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate Temperatures
50% intensity
Ideal range is 18-24°C. Avoid drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Light Feeding
25% intensity
Feed with diluted liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot, ensuring adequate drainage to avoid soggy conditions.
Prune to remove any dead, damaged, or yellowing fronds as they appear. This helps maintain the plant's health and appearance. Trim away old fronds at the base to encourage new growth and prevent disease.
Asplenium abscissum can be propagated by division. Gently separate the rhizomes during repotting in spring.
Ensure each division has a healthy set of roots and at least a few fronds before replanting in suitable potting mix.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid overwatering.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Polypodiopsida |
| Order | Polypodiales |
| Family | Aspleniaceae |
| Genus | Asplenium |
| Species | Asplenium abscissum |
Similar in genus Asplenium
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