Crocodile Fern Plant
Crocodile Fern (Neoregalia spp.) 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
50 to 60 cm
Growth
Slow
Soil
Moist, well-drained, acidic
Shade
Indirect light
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Southeast Asia
Climatic Condition
Tropical, humid
Temperature (°)
18 to 30
Humidity (%)
70 to 90
Potting media
Peat and perlite
Fertilizers
Balanced fertilizer
Watering
Keep moist, not soggy
Plant Weight
200 to 400 g
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
5.5 to 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.5 to 1.0
Yield Per Plant
2 to 3 kg per plant
NPK ratio
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Ornamental, helps purify air, good for indoor environments.
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, Spider Mites, Mealybugs, Aphids.
Wilting, yellowing leaves Brown or black spots on leaves Tiny webs, speckled leaves White cottony masses on leaves Yellowing, distorted leaves
Improve drainage, reduce watering Prune affected leaves, neem oil spray Increase humidity, neem oil Wipe with alcohol, neem oil Insecticidal soap, neem oil
Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Copper-based fungicides, Miticides containing abamectin.