‹ All plantsCrocodile Fern
Microsorum musifolium
FernsMood Meter: Needs a Little Love
Also called: Crocodyllus Fern
Long strap-like fronds with a strongly reticulated, reptile-skin-like surface texture.
Growth habit: epiphytic fern.
Plant Mood Meter: Needs a Little Love
Thicker fronds are sturdier than maidenhair, but the plant still prefers stable moisture and moderate humidity.
Care guide
Medium to bright indirect light. Direct sun: Avoid harsh direct sun.
Keep moderately moist but aerated; allow slight surface drying.
Loose, airy fern/epiphytic mix.
Moderate humidity is helpful.
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
