Troubleshooting
Crispy Wave 'Hurricane' problems — and how to fix them
Crispy Wave 'Hurricane' (Asplenium antiquum 'Hurricane') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Crown rot
Water pooling in the central rosette rots the heart of the plant. Always water at the soil around the edge, never into the funnel.
Browning frond edges
Low humidity, dry air, or hard/fluoridated water. Raise humidity, use filtered or rainwater, and keep away from heating vents.
Pale, scorched fronds
Too much direct sun bleaches the glossy green and washes out the wave. Move to bright, indirect light.
Deformed or split new fronds
Often physical damage or handling of the delicate emerging fronds, or erratic watering. Site it where unfurling fronds won't be brushed and keep moisture steady.
Prevent crispy wave 'hurricane' problems before they start
Most crispy wave 'hurricane' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
- Common japanese bird's nest fern problems — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Crispy Wave 'Hurricane' watering schedule
- Crispy Wave 'Hurricane' light requirements
- Best soil mix for crispy wave 'hurricane'
- Crispy Wave 'Hurricane' temperature & humidity
- Full crispy wave 'hurricane' care guide
Looking for crispy wave 'hurricane' in general rather than its problems? Read the full crispy wave 'hurricane' care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Crispy Wave 'Hurricane' problems — FAQ
Why is my crispy wave 'hurricane' crown rot?
Water pooling in the central rosette rots the heart of the plant. Always water at the soil around the edge, never into the funnel.
Why is my crispy wave 'hurricane' browning frond edges?
Low humidity, dry air, or hard/fluoridated water. Raise humidity, use filtered or rainwater, and keep away from heating vents.
Why is my crispy wave 'hurricane' pale, scorched fronds?
Too much direct sun bleaches the glossy green and washes out the wave. Move to bright, indirect light.
Why is my crispy wave 'hurricane' deformed or split new fronds?
Often physical damage or handling of the delicate emerging fronds, or erratic watering. Site it where unfurling fronds won't be brushed and keep moisture steady.