Plant guide
Mother fern
Asplenium bulbiferum
Mother fern is non-toxic to cats. Its finely divided fronds bring a soft, leafy look to a shaded space. Keep the pot secure around curious paws.
Non-toxic does not mean edible. Eating plant material can still upset your cat’s stomach.
What this guide covers: Asplenium bulbiferum only. Check the botanical name; a photo cannot establish the identity of your plant.
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Asplenium bulbiferum — Form
By Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz
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Plant identity
- Scientific name
- Asplenium bulbiferum
- Scope
- Species
- Family
- Not recorded
- Also known as
- No reviewed aliases available
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How to grow this plant
Asplenium bulbiferum only. Check the botanical name; a photo cannot establish the identity of your plant.
- Light
- Varies by type
Dappled to deep shade; avoid strong sun and wind.
- Watering
Maintain moist soil with drainage.
- Temperature
- Temperature range not yet established
No preferred numeric temperature range established.
- Humidity
Sheltered conditions; no numeric humidity target established.
- Potting
- Acidic, well-drained soil or potting mix.
- Through the year
- Small plantlets form on the fronds and can develop into new ferns. Allow room for the arching fronds.
Growing-guide sources
- Asplenium bulbiferum ↗NC State Extension · Accessed 2026-10-16
Asplenium bulbiferum only. Check the botanical name; a photo cannot establish the identity of your plant.
Growing advice reviewed 2026-10-17. Plant safety is assessed separately.
Reviewed safety information
- Toxic principle
- Not recorded in the reviewed evidence
- Reported signs
- Not recorded in the reviewed evidence
Missing information is unknown. It should not be interpreted as an absence of risk.
Safe alternatives
No verified alternative recommendations are available for this guide.