Kangaroo Fern Plant
Kangaroo Fern (Microsorum pustulatum) is a bromeliad growing 6-12 inches tall, hardy in USDA zones 10-11, with slow growth in well-drained, rich soil, requiring indirect light and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Bromeliad
Height
1-1.5 meters
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, loamy soil
Shade
Indirect light
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Australia
Climatic Condition
Tropical, subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-30
Humidity (%)
50-70
Potting media
Standard potting mix
Fertilizers
Balanced slow-release
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
200-400 grams
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.0
Water Ph level
6.0-7.5
Soil EC
0.3-0.6 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
Low
NPK ratio
8:20:20
life Span
10+ years
Health Benefits
Air purifying, decorative
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat moss, 30% perlite, 20% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Scale Insects, Mealybugs, Aphids.
Improve drainage, reduce watering Prune affected fronds, neem oil spray Remove by hand, neem oil Wipe with alcohol, neem oil Insecticidal soap, neem oil
Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Copper-based fungicides, Insecticides like acephate, Systemic insecticides like imidacloprid.