crocodile fern care

Avoid direct sunlight. Keep moist but not soggy from March – September. Reduce water during winter month, allow the soil to almost dry out. Mist once every two weeks with a fine mister using lukewarm water.

How much sun does a crocodile plant need?

Crocodile Fern Care Tips

Height: Fronds can reach 2-3 ft (60-90 cm) long when grown in a container indoors. Light: Give your plant bright, indirect sunlight. No direct sun, which can scorch the fronds. Give the pot a quarter turn each week for even growth.

Why is my crocodile fern dying?

Scorched foliage/ pale leaves: Your plant is getting too much bright light. Crocodile ferns are understory plants, which means they grow under the jungle canopy where there is no direct light. Adjust the positioning of your fern to provide it with bright filtered light.

Should I mist crocodile fern?

Set your pot on a tray of pebbles with a small amount of water in it. The evaporating water will keep your fern moist. Just be sure that the pot is not sitting in the water. Mist your fern daily with a mister.

Do crocodile ferns need sunlight?

Crocodile fern plants perform best in indirect or low light. A spot in front of a sunny window is too intense and may scorch the fronds. Cool to average room temperatures are fine, but avoid heating vents, drafts, or air conditioners.

How do you look after crocodile plants?

Crocodile Ferns are native to tropical forests which tend to be pretty wet. These plants will need very regular watering in order to stay healthy but the plant will quickly die in poorly drained soil as root-rot can set in very quickly.

How do you save a dying crocodile fern?

Repotting
Gently remove the crocodile fern from its pot. And thoroughly inspect the root system.If you find any infected or dying roots, trim them immediately. Repotting allows you to check your plant for any signs of root rot. The last step is finally placing your plant in a new planter and pouring soil over it.

Are crocodile ferns poisonous?

Crocodile Ferns are non-poisonous plants and safe for humans, dogs, and cats. Trim off crowded fronds with clean, sharp shears to encourage airflow. This will help reduce the possibility of fungal infections.

Are crocodile ferns easy to take care of?

A Crocodile Fern is a plant that likes to drink. Like most ferns, this one prefers moist soil and regular waterings. However, make sure that you don’t over water your plant. The soil needs to be moist but you don’t want it sodden or your plant will be sitting in water and this can increase the chances of root rot.

Can you propagate crocodile fern?

Crocodile fern can be propagated through either plant division or rhizome division. Mature ferns will produce new clusters of fronds, which are easy to separate from the mother plant. However, if your fern is still too young to produce new growth, you can propagate it through rhizome division.