Asplenium Viviparum "Walking Fern" 14cm Pot

Asplenium viviparum, commonly known as the Walking Fern or Spleenwort, is a unique and fascinating plant that belongs to the fern family. This perennial fern species is native to the eastern regions of North America and can be found growing in moist, rocky habitats such as cliff faces, streamsides, and forest floors.

Asplenium viviparum, commonly known as the Walking Fern or Spleenwort, is a unique and fascinating plant that belongs to the fern family. This perennial fern species is native to the eastern regions of North America and can be found growing in moist, rocky habitats such as cliff faces, streamsides, and forest floors.

What sets Asplenium viviparum apart from other ferns is its remarkable ability to reproduce. Unlike most ferns that spread through spores, the Walking Fern is viviparous, meaning it can produce plantlets directly on its fronds. These plantlets develop roots and can detach from the parent plant, allowing them to “walk” and establish themselves elsewhere, hence the name.

The fronds of Asplenium viviparum are slender and elongated, with alternating leaflets that give them a feathery appearance. The leaflets are deeply lobed, creating an intricate pattern that adds to the plant’s aesthetic appeal. The coloration of the fronds ranges from bright green to dark green, providing a beautiful contrast against its surroundings.