Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top centimeter of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months. Soggy conditions can lead to root rot.
Asplenium cuneatum, the wedgeleaf spleenwort, is an epiphytic fern with distinctive wedge-shaped fronds, native to tropical America. It prefers humid, shaded environments
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Filtered light
50% intensity
Bright, indirect light is ideal. Avoid direct sun.
Consistent moisture
75% intensity
Keep soil evenly moist, avoid waterlogging.
Well-draining, humus-rich potting mix
50% intensity
Moderate temperatures
50% intensity
Ideal between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Indoor, Outdoor
50% intensity
Light feeding
25% intensity
Feed with diluted balanced 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 |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top centimeter of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months. Soggy conditions can lead to root rot.
Remove any dead, damaged, or yellowing fronds as they appear. This helps maintain the plant's appearance and directs energy towards healthy growth. Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning shears.
Asplenium cuneatum is primarily propagated by spores. Sow spores on a moist, sterile medium in a humid environment. Division of established clumps can also be successful, ensuring each division has sufficient roots.
Repot every two to three years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining, peat-based potting mix. Repot in spring, ensuring the new pot is only slightly larger than the old one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Wedgeleaf Spleenwort (Asplenium cuneatum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Polypodiopsida |
| Order | Polypodiales |
| Family | Aspleniaceae |
| Genus | Asplenium |
| Species | Asplenium cuneatum |
Similar in genus Asplenium
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