Asplenium nidus Osaka (Bird's nest fern) - H40 cm | Black Selin basket Ø17 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Can a bird's nest fern live in a bathroom? Yes, it's actually the ideal spot — the natural humidity of a bright bathroom mimics the conditions of the humid tropical forests where it naturally grows. Make sure there is enough indirect light.
Is the bird's nest fern safe for pets? Yes, Asplenium is completely non-toxic to cats and dogs — a welcome advantage for homes with pets.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
ZEN ARRIVAL GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
- No return needed — we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Slightly wavy glossy green fronds • 🪺 Elegant bird's-nest rosette • 🧺 Black Selin pot included • ☀️ Partial shade • 💧 Regular watering • 🌬️ Air-purifying • 🐾 Non-toxic
The Asplenium nidus 'Osaka', or bird's nest fern, is a tropical epiphytic fern native to the humid forests of Southeast Asia and Australia. Its slightly wavy, glossy green fronds unfurl in a characteristic rosette reminiscent of a bird's nest — a sculptural and soothing silhouette. Delivered in its included black Selin pot (Ø18 x H16 cm). H40 cm | Pot Ø17 cm.
Air-purifying, non-toxic. A reliable choice among air-purifying plants.
Which Asplenium variety should you choose?
The Asplenium genus comes in several degrees of frond waviness:
- Asplenium 'Osaka' (this plant) — slightly wavy, glossy green fronds, compact H40 cm size. The ideal balance between smooth and graphic.
- Asplenium Campio — more pronounced wavy fronds, H50 cm size. The most graphic.
- Asplenium Crispy Wave — very wavy, crinkled fronds, miniature H25 cm size. The most compact and textured.
- Asplenium Antiquum — classic, smooth and glossy fronds, several sizes. The most understated.
- Asplenium Nidus Crissie — elegant, wavy fronds, generous size. The most luxuriant.
Exposure & placement
- Ideal exposure: partial shade to soft indirect light.
- Tolerates: low light.
- Avoid: direct sun, which can scorch and discolor the delicate fronds.
- Temperature: 18–24 °C, without sudden fluctuations.
- Humidity: 60-80% recommended - bright bathrooms are ideal.
Bright bathrooms are perfect for Aspleniums — natural humidity promotes lush fronds. Its ideal location depends on the balance between light and humidity.
Watering & care
- Watering: regular - keep the substrate slightly moist without ever waterlogging it.
- Technique: always water around the rosette, never in the center — standing water in the heart of the plant causes rot.
- Frequency: 1 to 2 times a week in spring and summer, reduced in winter.
- Humidity: mist the foliage regularly.
- Fertilizer: liquid fertilizer for green plants, diluted by half, once a month in spring and summer.
- Cleaning: gently remove dead fronds at the base.
Never water directly into the center of the rosette — this is the most important step for keeping this fern healthy. The watering frequency varies with the season.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
Its sculptural rosette shape and elegant black Selin pot make it a decorative arrangement ready to display.
- Ready to display: the included black Selin pot creates a striking contrast with the fronds' glossy green - a cohesive and elegant arrangement with no additional purchase required.
- In an arrangement: pair it with a Calathea Medallion or a Spathiphyllum for a tropical, air-purifying arrangement with highly contrasting foliage.
- Style: tropical, elegant, urban jungle - its glossy fronds complement all contemporary interiors.
New fronds emerge coiled from the center of the rosette — place the plant somewhere clearly visible to enjoy this fascinating botanical spectacle. Other ferns complete the indoor jungle.
Verdeia tips
- Never water the center of the rosette — always water around it. This is the golden rule for Asplenium — stagnant water in the center causes rot that is difficult to treat.
- High humidity is essential — air that is too dry causes brown, brittle fronds. A humidifier or a bright bathroom are the best solutions.
- Repot every 2-3 years — in spring, in a light fern substrate. A single repotting in spring is enough, into a pot only slightly larger.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Asplenium nidus 'Osaka'
- Common name: Bird's nest fern
- Family: Aspleniaceae
- Origin: humid tropical forests of Southeast Asia and Australia
- Approximate height: 40 cm
- Pot diameter: 17 cm
- Container included: black Selin pot Ø18 x H16 cm
- Adult size: up to 50–60 cm indoors
- Exposure: partial shade to soft indirect light
- Watering: regular — slightly moist substrate, never in the center
- Humidity: high humidity recommended (60-80%)
- Care: easy
- Pet toxicity: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Tropical / Elegant / Sculptural
- Special feature: wavy fronds in a rosette, air-purifying, black Selin pot included, fascinating new coiled fronds
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The density and waviness of the fronds naturally vary depending on growing conditions.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.