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Hen-and-chickens

Asplenium bulbiferum

Also known as: groddbräken · hen-and-chickens · mother spleenwort · mother fern · Moki

AspleniaceaeGenus: Asplenium
🔬 GBIF

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📋 About Hen-and-chickens

Hen and chicks is a common name for a group of small succulent plants. They belong to the flowering plant family Crassulaceae, native to southern Europe and northern Africa. The plants grow close to the ground with leaves formed around each other in a rosette, and propagating by offsets. The "hen" is the main, or mother, plant, and the "chicks" are a flock of offspring, which start as tiny buds on the main plant and soon sprout their own roots, taking up residence close to the mother plant.

🏷️ Common Names for Hen-and-chickens

This plant is known by many names around the world. Whether you're searching for "groddbräken" or "hen-and-chickens", they all refer to the same species.

groddbräkenhen-and-chickensmother spleenwortmother fernMokiMother spleenwortManamanaHen and Chickens fern

🔬 Plant Classification

Kingdom

Plantae

Family

Aspleniaceae

Genus

Asplenium

Species

Asplenium bulbiferum

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hen-and-chickens?+
Hen and chicks is a common name for a group of small succulent plants. They belong to the flowering plant family Crassulaceae, native to southern Europe and northern Africa. The plants grow close to the ground with leaves formed around each other in a rosette, and propagating by offsets. The "hen" i…
What is the scientific name of Hen-and-chickens?+
The accepted scientific name of Hen-and-chickens is Asplenium bulbiferum, belonging to the family Aspleniaceae.
What family does Hen-and-chickens belong to?+
Hen-and-chickens belongs to the Aspleniaceae family and the genus Asplenium. This classification is based on data from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF).
How do I care for Hen-and-chickens?+
Caring for Hen-and-chickens starts with understanding its native environment. Water when the top soil feels dry, provide appropriate light based on its natural habitat, and ensure good drainage. The Greeny Corner app provides personalised watering reminders for Hen-and-chickens.
Is Hen-and-chickens safe for pets?+
Toxicity information for Hen-and-chickens is not fully documented. As a precaution, keep plants out of reach of pets and children. Consult a veterinarian if your pet ingests any plant material.
What are other names for Hen-and-chickens?+
Hen-and-chickens is also known as: groddbräken, hen-and-chickens, mother spleenwort, mother fern, Moki, Mother spleenwort, Manamana, Hen and Chickens fern.

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