Polypodium polycarpon (New Guinea Microsorum)

Polypodium polycarpon (New Guinea Microsorum) light green frilled leaves growing as a dense plant
Polypodium polycarpon (New Guinea Microsorum) with ruffled light green leaves creating a lush plant clump

Botanical names: Polypodium polycarpon, Microsorum punctatum

Common name: New Guinea Microsorum

Family: Polypodiaceae

Origin: Malesia, tropical Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Semi-shadeShadeSun exposure: Semi-shade; shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage
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The species is ideal for cultivation indoors and outdoors provided that it is planted in deep shade, never exposed to direct sunlight and kept moist at all times. An increased humidity will be beneficial.

Similar plants: Polypodium polycarpon (New Guinea Microsorum)


Polypodium polycarpon (New Guinea Microsorum) bright green ruffled leaves plant close up.
Polypodium polycarpon (New Guinea Microsorum) with many ruffled green leaves within a container.


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