Crocodile fern is a tropical species of plant that is part of the Polypodiaceae family. It belongs to the Microsorum genus, which consists of approximately 50 species found across the world. Crocodile Fern’s scientific name is Microsorum musifolium. Like many other ferns, this plant is epiphytic in nature. This means that Crocodile fern has the ability to grow attached to trees or even in between rock cracks. The plant will absorb all nutrients and water it needs through the air, rain, or tree.
A Crocodile Fern is a plant that likes to drink. Like most ferns, this one prefers moist soil and regular waterings.However, make sure that you don’t over water your plant. The soil needs to be moist but you don’t want it sodden or your plant will be sitting in water and this can increase the chances of root rot. To ensure this doesn’t happen make sure you have a well draining pot with loose soil to allow the plant to drain properly.
Just like most ferns the Crocodile Fern is used to living under the canopy and therefore doesn’t receive too much natural light in its natural environment. It does grow in countries where sunlight is bright but is often protected from direct sunlight by the foliage of other plants.Therefore you want to place it in a bright spot but make sure that your fern is not in direct line of the sun as it can scorch and damage the foliage of the plant. A Crocodile Fern will also do quite well in lower lighting conditions. You can move your plant around until you find the perfect spot.
When fertilising your plant be careful you don’t use a fertiliser that is too strong as it can damage the plant and cause marks on the foliage that look like burns.Dilute your fertiliser mix more than you normally would for other plants and don’t over fertilise. If you notice the symptoms of too much fertiliser than you may want to take it out and water your plant to help remove it from the soil. If you fertilise sparingly with a weak solution then you should see growth from this method.
The best type of soil for the best Crocodile Fern care is a loose well draining soil. This way you can ensure that your soil is moist throughout when you water it but that your roots won’t be sitting in water and running the risk of rot. Adding peat moss and perlite can loosen your soil up to allow the water to run right through it and prevent your roots from sitting in wet soil.
Average room temps (65-75°F/18-24°C) will suit this tropical fern. Keep your plant away from heat/AC vents, which can be drying to ferns.
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