Crocodile Fern Microsorum Musifolium Crocodyllus

Name: Crocodile Fern Microsorum Musifolium Crocodyllus
SKU: 87357
Rating: 5.00 (5 reviews)

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rocodile Fern Microsorum musifolium ‘Crocodyllus’ – Wild Texture, Low Effort

Add a dramatic twist to your plant collection with the Crocodile Fern Microsorum musifolium ‘Crocodyllus’, a truly eye-catching houseplant named for its scaly, reptile-like foliage. This tropical fern boasts long, arching fronds with deep green colouring and bold, crinkled veins that resemble crocodile skin – making it a statement piece in any room.

Noel, our shopdog, with care guide, surrounded by vibrant potted plants and colourful foliage.

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Despite its exotic looks, the Crocodile Fern is surprisingly low-maintenance and well-suited for indoor life. It’s perfect for adding lush, textured greenery to living spaces, offices, or even terrariums with ample space and humidity. This species is particularly well-suited for kokedama, a traditional Japanese planting technique that involves wrapping the plant’s roots in moss balls. It can also be placed in an open or closed terrarium to create a miniature garden inside your home.

🪴 Plant Info & Care Guide

Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light. Tolerates lower light but may grow more slowly.
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy. Water when the top inch of soil begins to dry out.
Humidity: Enjoys moderate to high humidity. Mist regularly or place near a humidifier.
Temperature: Prefers 18–26°C. Keep away from cold draughts or dry heat sources.
Pet-Friendly: Yes – non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Potting Mix: Use a light, airy potting mix. Our Highland Moss general houseplant mix works beautifully.
Size: Grows up to 30–60cm in height and width with time.

🪴 Why You’ll Love It

Unique textured foliage that mimics crocodile skin
Easy to care for with the right humidity and light
A stunning, natural talking point in your plant display
Ideal for tropical-themed interiors and fern lovers

🪴 Please Note: All our plant photos are taken by us, representing the actual stock. Plants are selected at random unless stated otherwise and may vary in size or have minor cosmetic differences – this is natural and part of their charm.

Each plant is shipped in the grower’s pot with our eco-friendly packaging. Care instructions are available via scannable QR code and 24/7 support from our Moss Bot.

This species is particularly well-suited for kokedama, a traditional Japanese planting technique that involves wrapping the plant’s roots in moss balls. It can also be placed in an open or closed terrarium to create a miniature garden inside your home.

In terms of benefits, the Crocodile Fern is a great air-purifying plant and can help to improve the air quality in your home. It’s also a non-toxic plant, so it’s safe to have around pets and children.

Crocodile Fern is known for its ease of care and low maintenance requirements. It thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers a well-draining soil mixture. This species also enjoys slightly higher humidity levels, making it ideal for terrariums or other enclosed environments.

The plant is pets friendly!

How often should I water my Crocodile Fern and what is the best way to maintain its soil moisture?: Water the plant when the top inch of soil feels dry, ensuring the soil is evenly moist but not soggy. Using a well-draining, airy potting mix, such as the Highland Moss general houseplant mix, will help maintain optimal soil conditions.
Can the Crocodile Fern be kept in a terrarium, and if so, what type of terrarium is ideal?: Yes, it’s particularly well-suited for both open and closed terrariums, which provide the high humidity this fern thrives on. For larger specimens, ensure the terrarium is spacious enough to accommodate its growth.
Is the Crocodile Fern safe around pets and what are its air-purifying benefits?: This fern is non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it a safe choice for pet owners. Additionally, it acts as an air-purifying plant, helping to improve indoor air quality by removing pollutants.

☀️ Light

☀️☀️▫️ (Medium)

The Crocodile Fern thrives in bright, indirect light. It can tolerate lower light conditions, but its growth may slow down. Position it near a window with sheer curtains to filter intense direct sunlight, which can scorch its leaves.

💧 Water

💧💧▫️ (Medium)

Keep the soil evenly moist, but be careful not to overwater. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again. This fern dislikes waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.

🌡️️ Temperature

🌡️️🌡️️▫️ (Average)

Preferable temperature range for Crocodile Fern is 18–26°C. Keep it away from cold draughts in the winter and from direct heat sources like radiators, which can dry out the air around it.

💧 Humidity

💧💧💧 (High)

This fern loves a humid environment. Regular misting, a nearby humidifier, or placing it in naturally humid rooms like kitchens or bathrooms can help meet its humidity needs.

💦 Repotting

Use a light, airy potting mix to encourage healthy growth. The Highland Moss general houseplant mix is ideal. Repot every couple of years or when the plant outgrows its pot.

🐾 Pet Friendliness

This plant is non-toxic and safe for cats and dogs, so pet owners can rest easy!

🐾 Recommended Locations at Home

Position your Crocodile Fern in well-lit bathrooms, kitchens, or living rooms where its humidity and light requirements can be met. It’s a beautiful addition to spaces that need a touch of textured greenery.

🌬️🪴 Air Purifying

Crocodile Fern is known for its air-purifying qualities, making it not just a beautiful, but also a beneficial addition to your home environment.

✨ Other Plant Features

Beyond its stunning reptile-like foliage, the Crocodile Fern is ideal for kokedama and terrarium setups, adding a lush, green touch to any indoor setting.

Remember, if you have any more questions about caring for your Crocodile Fern, our Mossbot is here 24/7 to help. You can also contact us via our website for any plant care inquiries, and don’t forget about our free plant hospital service if your fern needs extra care!

Authentic Photos of Our Plants: We take every photo you see, showcasing the actual plants we offer. Each plant is selected randomly unless otherwise stated, adding a touch of surprise to your order.

Natural Variations Make Each Plant Unique: No two plants are the same. Differences in size, leaf count, and minor cosmetic imperfections are part of their charm and individuality, making your plant truly one of a kind.

Healthy Plants, Always: While we can’t guarantee an exact match to the photos, we promise to send only happy, healthy plants that are well-cared for and ready to thrive in your space.

Let Your Plant Settle: Allow your new plant to adjust to its surroundings for 1–2 weeks before repotting, propagating, or making any major changes. This settling-in period reduces stress and helps your plant flourish.

Shipped-in Trusted Potting Mix: Our plants are delivered in a standard grower’s potting mix. When you’re ready to repot, choose from our premium-quality mixes designed specifically for aroids, succulents, and terrariums, available in our shop.

Expert Guidance on Repotting: I’m unsure if it’s time to repot. Check out our article, When to Repot Your Plant, for expert advice on keeping your plant healthy and happy.

Support for Climbing Plants: For Monstera, Philodendron, and Syngonium, add one of our handmade sphagnum moss poles and a watering drip cup. These accessories encourage natural growth, support larger leaves, and keep your plants neat and upright.

Simple Care at Your Fingertips: Every plant includes plant care instructions, and you can scan the QR code on the nursery pot to access detailed guides. For additional help, our Moss Bot is available 24/7 on the website to answer your plant care questions.

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Sustainably Packed with Care: Your plant will arrive safely, packed with reused and environmentally friendly materials. While we take great care to prevent damage, some fragile plants may experience minor leaf loss during transit—but don’t worry, your healthy plants will grow back.

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Lovely sphagnum and quick service turned around. There was one very understandable mistake in my order and it was put right super quickly and even with a lovely hand written note apologising! Will definitely use again!

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Such a lovely company.. plants are great quality but the customer service is what makes me want to come back. Couldn’t be more helpful.. a refreshing change.

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September 9, 2025

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Everyone in store is so friendly and helpful and as an added bonus you get very attentive service from Noel and Angus too! Plants are of super high quality, excellent advice available anytime and I particularly appreciate the repotting service that saves me a lot of time and frustration!

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Great selection of plants

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Fabulous shop. Gorgeous plants and of course the owners, Noel & Angus are so helpful! They’ve employed some really knowledgeable friendly humans too. 10/10!

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Christine Hope
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April 22, 2025

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A good soak and spray and this one’s well on it’s way – new growth visible already.

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Thomas
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geraldine hopper
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April 13, 2023

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I was totally delighted with this beautiful plant and it was really helpful stating on certain plants which ones were pet friendly this was certainly a bonus. Thank you so much.

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Anonymous
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March 20, 2023

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I love this plant – it’s unusual, and is a beautiful addition to the room

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