Kangaroo Paw Fern, Microsorum Diversifolium
Botanical Name: Microsorum diversifolium
Previous Botanical Names: Zealandia pustulata, Microsorum pustulatum
Common Names: Kangaroo Paw Fern
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About
This beautiful Kangaroo Paw Fern, Microsorum Diversifolium, is an excellent choice for any interior decor. This easy-to-care-for fern provides a unique look thanks to its stately fronds with undivided leaves. As a footed fern, it tolerates lower light and requires moderate watering. Enjoy its exquisite foliage and unique shape. This plant is pet safe!
Care Guide
Light Requirements
Prefers bright indirect light. Tolerates medium light. Growth will slow in medium light conditions. Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Artificial Light
Direct Sun
Water Needs
Prefers to remain consistently moist. Tolerates heavy handed watering. Will not tolerate excessive drying.
Infrequent
Frequent
Soil Preference
Prefers a soil mix with moderate drainage speeds and high water retentive properties. Include a high percentage of sustainablt sourced peat moss as well as a rich organic compost mix. Drainage can be aided through the use of perlite, pumice, and bark.
Moisture Retention
Fast Drying
Retentive
Drainage Speed
Slow
Fast
