Fern 'Kangaroo Paw'
6" Pot
$52.00
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Fern 'Kangaroo Paw'
$52.00
One look and you'll understand the name — the Kangaroo Paw Fern is one of the most uniquely shaped, easiest-to-grow ferns you'll ever find. Its long, leathery fronds are deeply lobed with a distinctive shape that genuinely resembles a kangaroo's paw — a conversation starter in any plant collection. Unlike many delicate ferns, Kangaroo Paw is exceptionally tough, tolerating lower humidity and light conditions that would stress other varieties. It's a fern that actually lives up to its wild appearance with equally wild resilience.
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🌿 Why You'll Love the Kangaroo Paw Fern
- Distinctive Lobed Fronds — The deeply lobed, paw-shaped fronds are unlike any standard fern — truly one of a kind.
- Tough & Resilient — Tolerates lower humidity and inconsistent watering far better than most ferns.
- Thrives in Low Light — A great choice for offices, bathrooms, and shaded rooms.
- Pet-Friendly — Non-toxic to cats and dogs. 🐾
- Compact & Manageable — Stays a neat size suitable for tabletops and shelves.
🌱 Plant Profile
- Botanical Name: Microsorum diversifolium
- Common Names: Kangaroo Paw Fern, Kangaroo Fern.
- Origin: Australia, New Zealand
- Mature Size: 12–18" tall and wide
- Foliage: Long, leathery, dark green fronds with deeply lobed edges
☀️ Care at a Glance
- Light: Low to medium indirect light. Avoid direct sun.
- Water: Keep soil evenly moist; tolerates brief dry periods better than most ferns.
- Humidity: Adapts to average household humidity — one of the most humidity-tolerant ferns available.
- Temperature: 60–80°F. Keep away from cold drafts.
- Fertilizer: Feed monthly during spring and summer with diluted balanced fertilizer.
🌿 Pro Tip: Kangaroo Paw Fern grows from rhizomes that may creep over the edge of the pot — this is completely normal and actually a sign of a happy, healthy plant!