Asplenium oblongifolium

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Shining Spleenwort, Huruhuru, Paranako

Asplenium oblongifolium, also known as the Shiny Shield Fern or Huruhuruwhenua, is a hardy New Zealand native with broad, glossy green fronds. It thrives in shaded areas and brings lush structure and native character to gardens. The Plant Company supplies top-quality, NZ-grown Asplenium oblongifolium plants, ideal for native borders, forest-style planting, and low-maintenance landscaping.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Ferns
Height:	70 cm
Spread:	1.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Shade
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, 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	Shining Spleenwort, Huruhuru, Paranako
Sku	12852

Plant Size And Growth – Asplenium oblongifolium Grows 1m Tall x 1m Wide

This evergreen fern forms a broad, clumping mound up to 1 metre tall and wide. Its leathery, upright fronds give it a bold presence, making it a standout in shaded or semi-shaded spaces.

How To Grow Asplenium oblongifolium In NZ Conditions

Plant in full to part shade in moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Asplenium oblongifolium tolerates coastal conditions, wind, and light frost. It’s a low-maintenance option for shaded gardens and thrives in both urban and rural NZ landscapes.

Why Asplenium oblongifolium Is Perfect For NZ Native Gardens

This fern is ideal for underplanting trees, filling shaded borders, or softening bush edges. Its glossy fronds create contrast against finer-leaved natives and provide year-round greenery and texture.

Why Buy Asplenium oblongifolium From The Plant Company?

We grow and supply robust, NZ-acclimatised native ferns chosen for their resilience and garden performance. Each plant is packed with care and delivered nationwide, ready to thrive.

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Annie Whiteside - Taranaki

I planted four of these under our kowhai. They look beautiful and I look forward to seeing them grow. Thank you!

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