Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum Plant Care
Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum D.L.Jones
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Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum was a species of epiphytic or lithophytic fern known from subtropical rainforest in Lamington National Park in the state of Queensland, Australia. Only one plant was known in the wild and when this plant died the specimen was preserved and used to describe the species.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
60–75°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum?
Water Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum?
Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum (Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum) belongs to the Pteridaceae family within the Antrophyum genus.
Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum produces non-flowering.
Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum?
Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum Need?
Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum Prefer?
Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum?
Well-draining, rich, acidic soil with high organic matter content. Good drainage is essential for Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum?
Feed Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum?
Repot every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum?
Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum can be propagated through spores, division of rhizomes. Similar propagation techniques also apply to antrophyum mannianum plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum?
Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum is susceptible to spider mites, scale insects. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum Need?
Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. In cooler regions, grow Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Antrophyum genus — compare its care with other Antrophyum species on PlantoScan.
Antrophyum is part of the Pteridaceae plant family — browse all Pteridaceae genera and species.
Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum D.L.Jones, family Pteridaceae (first published in Fl. Australia 48: 708 (1998)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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