Fern 'Crocodile'

Crocodile Fern

Step into the mystical world of the Crocodile Fern 🌿, a plant that brings a touch of the extraordinary to any indoor space. With its unique, reptilian-textured leaves and easy-care nature, this fern is a true marvel of nature.

Features:

• Striking Foliage: The Crocodile Fern, also known as Microsorum musifolium, features broad, light green fronds with a wrinkled, leathery texture marked by dark green veins, resembling the skin of a crocodile 🌱.
• Air Purifying: Known for its air-purifying qualities, this plant helps remove toxins and improve indoor air quality 🌬️.
• Low Maintenance: Perfect for both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts, it thrives in various indoor environments and requires minimal care 🌟.

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn ☀️.
• Water: Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot 💧.
• Soil: Use well-draining, loamy soil to keep the roots healthy 🌿.
• Temperature: Thrives in moderate temperatures, ideally between 65-75°F (18-24°C). Avoid placing it in drafty areas 🌡️.
• Humidity: Prefers high humidity, making it an ideal plant for kitchens and bathrooms. Misting the leaves regularly can help maintain humidity levels 🌫️.
• Fertilizer: Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced houseplant fertilizer at half the recommended strength 🌱.

Bring a touch of nature’s magic into your home with the Crocodile Fern 🌿. Its unique appearance and easy care make it a perfect choice for adding a distinctive and enchanting element to your space ✨.

• Botanical Name: Microsorum musifolium

• Common Name(s): Crocodile Fern
  

• Description: Crocodile ferns (Microsorum musifolium) have leaves with a lot of personality and can be a favorite among fern lovers. The leaves of the ferns resemble the distinctive leathery appearance of crocodile skin which is how the plant got its name. Typically found in Southeast Asia and parts of Australia, this fern is a little picky about its environment and thrives in humid, tropical environments. Although they are very slow growers, they make great statement pieces since they can grow up to 5 feet.