Microsorum diversifolium (Kangaroo Fern) - H45 cm | Pot Ø17 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I increase humidity around a fern? Place the plant on a saucer filled with damp clay pebbles, or bring it closer to other plants to create a more humid microclimate. Misting also works, provided you spray the foliage and not the soil.
What is the difference between an epiphytic fern and a terrestrial fern? An epiphytic fern like Microsorum naturally grows on tree trunks, without contact with the soil — it needs a very light, well-draining substrate. Dense, compact soil is fatal to it.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Elegant shiny green foliage • 🎨 Graphic cut fronds • ☀️ Partial shade • 💧 Regular watering • 📏 H45 cm | Ø17 cm • 🐾 Non-toxic
The Microsorum diversifolium, also called Kangaroo Fern, is a graphic and hardy indoor fern native to the tropical forests of Australia and New Zealand, where it naturally grows as an epiphyte on tree trunks in moist understories. Its shiny green fronds with irregular lobes that resemble kangaroo paws create an immediately recognizable sculptural effect — a living foliage that brings tropical freshness and originality to your interior.
More tolerant than most ferns, non-toxic to pets. Discover it in our indoor ferns selection and in our pet-friendly plants selection.
Which Microsorum variety to choose?
The Microsorum genus offers two varieties with very distinct personalities:
- Microsorum diversifolium (Kangaroo Fern) (this plant) — fronds cut into irregular lobes, elegant and airy form. The graphic and versatile version.
- Microsorum crocodyllus (Crocodile Fern) — fronds with a textured surface resembling crocodile skin, spectacular and highly sculpted form. The textured and maximal version.
Why choose Microsorum diversifolium? If you’re looking for a graphic fern with cut fronds that create a delicate sculptural effect without dominating the space, the Diversifolium is the perfect choice. Each frond has a slightly different shape — a living plant, never identical.
Exposure & placement
The Microsorum diversifolium thrives in partial shade with bright indirect light. It tolerates low light but is sensitive to direct sunlight, which can burn its delicate fronds.
- Exposure: Partial shade, bright indirect light — tolerates low light.
- Ideal for: living room, office, bathroom, or bedroom, without direct sunlight.
- Temperature: 18 to 25 °C, without sudden changes or drafts.
- Substrate: light, rich, and well-draining — fern or green plant potting soil enriched with perlite.
The bathroom is the ideal spot for a fern — the room’s natural humidity replaces daily misting.
Watering & care
Microsorum prefers a substrate that is slightly moist at all times, without excess — the finger test is the most reliable method to avoid overwatering.
- Watering: regular — keep the substrate slightly moist without soaking it.
- Frequency: about 1 to 2 times per week in spring and summer, slightly reduced in winter.
- Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and a well-draining substrate.
- Humidity: prefers 50 to 70% ambient humidity; mist occasionally or place near other plants.
- Fertilizer: once a month in spring and summer with a liquid fertilizer for green plants diluted by half.
- Cleaning: gently remove dead or yellowed fronds at the base.
Unlike many ferns, Microsorum tolerates occasional missed waterings — a valuable advantage for busy interiors.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
With its shiny green cut fronds, the Microsorum diversifolium brings an airy sculptural effect that adds depth and movement to your urban jungle.
- In combination: pair it with an Asplenium nidus to contrast textures, or with a Calathea for a rich, tropical, and humid arrangement.
- Ideal pot: matte ceramic decorative pot (white, gray, terracotta) or natural woven basket — raw materials highlight the graphic foliage.
- Atmosphere: perfect as an accent plant in a living room or office to create a discreet yet elegant green focal point.
The cut fronds create a very decorative play of shadows and light — especially visible with low-angle lighting in the evening.
Verdeia tips
- Mist the foliage rather than watering more — if the fronds dry out at the tips, increase ambient humidity before adjusting watering. Spray the foliage directly or place the pot on a saucer filled with moist clay pebbles.
- Are the fronds yellowing or browning at the tips? A general yellowing often signals overwatering or too dark exposure. Brown tips usually indicate low ambient humidity or water that is too hard — switch to filtered water.
- Dust the fronds regularly — a slightly damp cloth wiped over the foliage improves photosynthesis and maintains the natural shine of the fronds. Avoid polishing products that clog pores.
- Repot every 2 to 3 years in spring — in a slightly larger pot with fresh substrate. Growth is slow — no need to repot too often. Check our repotting guide to prepare the process properly.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Microsorum diversifolium
- Common name: Kangaroo fern
- Family: Polypodiaceae
- Origin: tropical forests of Australia and New Zealand
- Pot diameter: 17 cm
- Approximate height: 45 cm
- Adult size: up to 60–80 cm indoors
- Exposure: Partial shade, bright indirect light — tolerates low light
- Watering: regular, substrate slightly moist
- Care: easy
- Toxicity for pets: non-toxic for dogs and cats
- Decorative style: Tropical / Graphic / Urban jungle
- Feature: graphic-cut fronds, resilient and tolerant, non-toxic, epiphytic
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The shape and cut of the fronds naturally vary with the season.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.