Which Asplenium variety to choose?

The Asplenium genus offers several varieties of bird's nest ferns, each with its unique characteristics. Here is how the Asplenium Crispy Wave stands out from other varieties in our catalog:

• Asplenium Crispy Wave (this plant): very wavy fronds with spectacular crisped edges, modern graphic effect, intense shiny green. Perfect for a bold contemporary style.
• Asplenium Nidus: smooth and flat fronds, classic and clean appearance, shiny green. The traditional and timeless bird's nest fern.
• Asplenium Nidus Crissie: slightly wavy fronds, between the classic Nidus and the Crispy Wave, elegant and refined appearance. The perfect compromise.
• Asplenium Antiquum: wider and thicker fronds, robust and structured appearance, matte dark green. More resistant and easy to care for.
• Asplenium Antiquum Osaka: wide fronds with slight waves, graphic and structured appearance, deep green. A mix of robustness and elegance.
• Asplenium Osaka: medium fronds with moderate waves, balanced appearance, shiny green. Between classic and graphic.
• Asplenium Campio: compact and dense fronds, bushy habit, intense green. Perfect for small spaces.
• Asplenium Parvati: fine and delicate fronds, airy and light appearance, tender green. For a delicate and romantic effect.

Why choose the Asplenium Crispy Wave? If you are looking for a bird's nest fern with a spectacular and modern graphic effect, the Crispy Wave is the perfect choice. Its very wavy fronds with crisped edges create a unique visual effect that immediately catches the eye. It is the boldest and most contemporary variety of all bird's nest ferns.

Exposure & placement

The Asplenium Crispy Wave enjoys Partial shade to shade. Absolutely avoid direct sunlight which burns its delicate fronds.

• Exposure : Partial shade to shade, soft indirect light.
• Ideal : bathroom, kitchen, office, shelf or low-light room.
• Temperature : 18 to 24 °C, without sudden changes.
• Substrate : light, airy and rich in organic matter, potting soil for ferns or orchids.

Verdeia tip: the bathroom is the perfect place thanks to the natural humidity of the room.

Watering & care

• Watering: regular; keep the substrate slightly moist at all times without waterlogging.
• Frequency: about twice a week in spring-summer, reduce slightly in winter.
• Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and well-draining substrate.
• Humidity: loves 60-80% humidity, mist regularly or place on a tray of wet clay pebbles.
• Fertilizer: once a month in spring-summer with a liquid fertilizer for green plants diluted by half.
• Cleaning: gently dust the fronds with a damp cloth.

Ferns hate dry substrate — regularly check the soil moisture.

Decor ideas & plant pairings

With its shiny green wavy fronds and compact rosette, the Asplenium Crispy Wave brings a graphic and calming touch to your urban jungle. It creates a contemporary and elegant effect.

• To pair with: other ferns, Calathea, Maranta, Fittonia, or shade plants to create a humid tropical jungle.
• Ideal pot: decorative pot in white, gray, or terracotta ceramic to highlight the shiny green of the fronds.
• Ambiance: perfect in the bathroom to enjoy humidity, on a desk for a soothing touch of greenery, or on a shelf in a low-light room.

Group several ferns together to create a humid microclimate beneficial to all.

Verdeia Tips

• Moderate care — requires regular attention to moisture.
• Perfect for bathroom — loves the natural humidity of the room.
• Air-purifying plant — cleans formaldehyde from the air.
• Absolutely avoid direct sunlight — burns the delicate fronds.
• Mist regularly — recreates the humidity of tropical forests.
• Use room temperature water — avoid cold water that shocks the plant.
• Repot every 2-3 years in spring in a fresh and airy substrate.
• Slow to moderate growth — patience to see new fronds.
• Non-toxic — safe for children and pets.
• Yellowed fronds are normal — gently remove them at the base.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Asplenium nidus 'Crispy Wave'
• Common name: Asplenium Crispy Wave, Bird's nest fern
• Family: Aspleniaceae
• Origin: humid tropical forests of Southeast Asia
• Dimensions at delivery: Ø12 × H25 cm
• Adult size: up to 40–60 cm indoors
• Exposure: Partial shade to shade, soft indirect light
• Watering: regular, keep the substrate slightly moist
• Care: moderate (watch humidity)
• Toxicity to pets: non-toxic
• Decorative style: Contemporary / Urban jungle / Minimalist
• Feature: spectacular wavy fronds, air-purifying plant, perfect for bathroom, non-toxic

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of the waves and the size of the fronds naturally vary depending on growing conditions.