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Asplenium × kenzoi

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Aspleniaceae

Asplenium x kenzoi is an epiphytic fern. This hybrid between A. prolongatum and A. antiquum has a compact growth form and is suitable for humid, semi shade conditions both indoors and outdoors. The slightly leathery textured fronds are arranged in a rosette. New ferns (bubils) form at the frond tips, giving it a frilly look.

Semi Shade

Moderate Water

Indoor Plant

Ferns and Lycophytes

Epiphyte

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Family Name
Genus Epithet
Infraspecific Epithet
Name Status (botanical)
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Species Summary

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division	Ferns & Lycophytes (Non-Seed Vascular Plants) (Fern)
Plant Growth Form	Epiphyte
Lifespan (in Singapore)	Perennial

Mode of Nutrition

Autotrophic

Description and Ethnobotany

Taxonomy	A hybrid of Asplenium prolongatum and Asplenium antiquum.

Landscaping Features

Landscape Uses	Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference	Semi-Shade
Water Preference	Moderate Water

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Master ID	34232
Species ID	8645
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Species record last updated on: 13 March 2023.