Asplenium 'Parvati'

Asplenium 'Parvati' (Hybrid Fern)

Confirmed format: 23cm (P23) pot

Plant Highlights: Finely divided lacy fronds • Evergreen indoor fern • Thrives in bright, indirect light • Enjoys higher humidity • Suitable for pet-friendly homes

Overview

Asplenium 'Parvati', commonly known as the Mother Fern, is an elegant evergreen indoor fern admired for its finely divided, lacy dark green fronds. Unlike the broad leaves of traditional Bird's Nest Ferns, its intricate foliage forms a neat upright rosette, creating a soft yet architectural display that adds texture and freshness to indoor spaces throughout the year.

Supplied in a 23cm (P23) pot, this mature specimen makes an attractive feature in living rooms, home offices, conservatories and naturally bright bathrooms. It thrives in warm, humid conditions with bright, indirect light, where its lush evergreen foliage remains fresh and vibrant with minimal maintenance.

Why We Love It

• Finely divided fronds create a delicate, elegant appearance.

• Upright rosette habit adds structure without taking up excessive space.

• Well suited to naturally humid rooms such as bright bathrooms and kitchens.

• Easy to care for when kept evenly moist and away from direct sun.

• Regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it suitable for pet-friendly homes.

Plant Details

Attribute	Information
Botanical Name	Asplenium 'Parvati' (Hybrid Fern)
Common Name	Mother Fern
Plant Type	Evergreen indoor fern
Foliage	Finely divided, lacy, dark green evergreen fronds with a slightly glossy texture
Growth Habit	Upright, rosette-forming
Light	Bright, indirect light to light shade
Compost	Moisture-retentive, free-draining houseplant compost
Watering	Keep compost consistently lightly moist
Humidity	Prefers higher humidity
Mature Height	Approximately 30–50cm indoors
Mature Spread	Approximately 30–50cm indoors
Temperature	Best in normal indoor temperatures; protect from cold draughts
Pet Safety	Regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs according to ASPCA guidance

Growing Guide

Light

Place in bright, indirect light or light shade. Avoid prolonged direct sunshine, which can scorch the delicate fronds.

Watering

Keep the compost evenly moist without allowing it to become waterlogged. Water around the base of the plant rather than directly into the centre of the rosette to help prevent crown rot.

Compost

Grow in a moisture-retentive, free-draining houseplant compost that retains even moisture while allowing excess water to drain freely.

Humidity and Temperature

This fern thrives in higher humidity, making bright bathrooms and kitchens particularly suitable locations. Keep away from radiators, fireplaces and cold draughts, which can dry or damage the foliage.

Feeding and Routine Care

Feed monthly with a balanced houseplant fertiliser during spring and summer. Remove any damaged or ageing fronds at the base and wipe the foliage occasionally with a soft, damp cloth to keep it looking its best.

Perfect For

• Bright bathrooms with natural light.

• Kitchens with good indirect light.

• Living rooms and conservatories.

• Home offices.

• Adding lush foliage to contemporary or traditional interiors.

Good to Know

Asplenium 'Parvati' naturally reaches around 30–50cm in height and spread indoors. Its finely divided foliage distinguishes it from the broad-fronded Bird's Nest Fern, although both appreciate similar warm, humid growing conditions.

Product Information

• Supplied in a 23cm (P23) nursery pot.

• Evergreen indoor hybrid fern.

• Finely divided, lacy dark green fronds.

• Pot size refers to the container size at the time of sale and not the mature size of the plant.