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Kangaroo Paw Fern

Lecanopteris pustulata subsp. pustulata

FernsMood Meter: Needs a Little Love

Also called: Kangaroo Fern

Scientific Name History

Current accepted name: Lecanopteris pustulata subsp. pustulata

Previously or alternatively classified as:

Microsorum diversifolium
Phymatosorus diversifolius

How to identify it

Glossy creeping fern produces variably shaped fronds, many deeply lobed like an irregular paw, from spreading rhizomes.

Growing characteristics

Growth habit: creeping epiphytic.

Plant Mood Meter: Needs a Little Love

Most indoor ferns prefer a more consistent moisture rhythm and less drying than succulent-leaved houseplants.

Care guide

Light

Medium to bright indirect light. Direct sun: Avoid harsh direct sun.

Water

Keep the root zone moderately moist while maintaining good aeration; do not leave it waterlogged.

Soil / substrate

Loose, airy, moisture-retentive fern mix.

Humidity

Moderate humidity is helpful.

Support / growth

No climbing support needed unless the fern is naturally epiphytic or creeping.

Problems Planticist can help with

UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescenceLow-humidity stressPest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup

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