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Microsorum diversifolium - Kangaroo Paw Fern 12cm H25cm

Microsorum diversifolium - Kangaroo Paw Fern 12cm H25cm

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A resilient fern with glossy, lobed fronds and creeping rhizomes. It tolerates household conditions better than many ferns and brings lush texture to shaded spots.

  • Full Botanical Name: Microsorum diversifolium
  • Common Names: Kangaroo Paw Fern
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: Australia, New Zealand
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Epiphytic/terrestrial in humid forests with filtered light and organic debris

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Medium to bright, indirect; avoid harsh sun
  • Ideal Room: Bathroom, kitchen, or shaded living room
  • Feeding: Dilute balanced feed every 4–8 weeks in growth
  • Humidity: Moderate (50–70%)
  • Ideal Temperature: 16–26°C (61–79°F)
  • Watering: Keep lightly moist; never waterlogged
  • Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic to cats & dogs (ferns like this are considered pet-safe by reputable databases); minor GI upset is still possible if eaten—discourage chewing. 
  • Soil Type: Peat-free, airy mix with bark/perlite
  • Propagation: Rhizome division
  • Eventual Height and Spread: 30–60 cm tall; similar spread
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Pests and Treatment: Scale/mealybugs—wipe and treat promptly
  • Repotting: Every 1–2 years; shallow, wide pot suits rhizomes
  • Pruning: Remove older fronds to refresh plant
  • Air Purification: Good transpiration adds humidity
  • Folklore: Lobed fronds resemble kangaroo paws—symbol of Australia
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