Asplenium flaccidum

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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Hanging Spleenwort, Makawe, Drooping Spleenwort

Asplenium flaccidum, also known as the drooping spleenwort, is a graceful New Zealand native fern valued for its soft, arching fronds and natural woodland appeal. It’s perfect for shaded areas, underplanting trees, or native revegetation projects. The Plant Company supplies robust, NZ-grown Asplenium flaccidum plants that thrive in cool, moist environments.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Ferns
Height:	1.00 m
Spread:	1.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Shade
Garden uses:	Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Tropical
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Hanging Spleenwort, Makawe, Drooping Spleenwort
Sku	12850

Plant Size And Growth – Asplenium flaccidum Grows 60cm Tall x 1m Wide

This fern typically reaches 60 cm in height and can spread up to 1 metre wide. Its long, drooping fronds create a weeping effect that softens garden edges and fills out shady spaces with texture.

How To Grow Asplenium flaccidum In NZ Conditions

Plant in part to full shade in well-drained, humus-rich soil. Asplenium flaccidum prefers a cool, sheltered spot and consistent moisture. It performs best in native gardens or damp, shaded areas and benefits from mulching in spring.

Why Asplenium flaccidum Is A Favourite For Native Gardens

This fern brings a soft, naturalistic look to shaded spaces and is ideal for adding movement and texture beneath trees or along bush tracks. It combines beautifully with other NZ natives like koru, rengarenga, and hen & chick ferns.

Why Buy Asplenium flaccidum From The Plant Company?

Our ferns are NZ-grown and selected for health, adaptability, and performance. Each plant is packed with care and shipped nationwide, ready to thrive in your garden.

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