🌿 Asplenium Antiquum 'Tornado' – Twisting Bird’s Nest Fern
Product Description:
The Asplenium antiquum 'Tornado', also known as Twister, Hurricane, or Tornado Bird’s Nest Fern, is a uniquely structured tropical houseplant prized for its tight, twisted fronds that curl upward in a beautiful, rosette form. Unlike the flat-leaf varieties, this version offers a sculptural, almost wind-swept look — perfect for modern interiors, plant shelves, or tabletops. It thrives in humid, low-light conditions, making it ideal for bathrooms or shaded rooms.
✅ Key Features:
Botanical Name: Asplenium antiquum 'Tornado'
Common Names: Bird’s Nest Fern Tornado, Twister Fern, Hurricane Fern
Foliage: Glossy, curly green fronds in a tight spiral
Growth Habit: Rosette-shaped and compact
Size: Grows up to 30–40 cm tall indoors
Light: Indirect to low light
Water: Keep soil evenly moist
Humidity: High humidity preferred
Pet Friendly: Yes – non-toxic to pets
🌱 Care Guide:
Light: Prefers low to medium indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight.
Water: Keep soil lightly moist; allow the top layer to dry slightly before watering again.
Humidity: Loves humidity – ideal for bathrooms or near a humidifier.
Soil: Use a rich, well-draining potting mix with organic matter.
Feeding: Fertilize monthly during spring and summer with diluted houseplant fertilizer.
Repotting: Every 1–2 years, or when outgrowing its container.
Maintenance Tip: Avoid watering directly into the center rosette to prevent rot.