Staghorn Fern

🌿 Staghorn Fern (Platycerium bifurcatum) 🌿

Add a touch of the exotic to your plant collection with the captivating Staghorn Fern! Known for its unique, antler-like fronds, this epiphytic wonder thrives when mounted on wood or hung in baskets, mimicking its natural habitat. The Staghorn Fern’s striking appearance and easy care make it a favorite among plant enthusiasts. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity, making it perfect for bathrooms or kitchens. Embrace the magic of nature with this enchanting fern that brings a piece of the rainforest into your home.

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight as it can scorch the fronds.
• Water: Water frequently and consistently, but allow the base to dry out between waterings. Soak the fern in water for 10-20 minutes until saturated, then let it drip dry before rehanging.
• Humidity: Thrives in high humidity. Place it in a humid room like a bathroom or use a humidifier to maintain moisture levels.
• Fertilizer: Feed monthly with a balanced, diluted fertilizer to promote healthy growth.
• Special Care: Do not wipe away the white, dust-like material on the fronds; it protects the fern from direct sunlight and drought.
• • Botanical Name: Platycerium bifurcatum
  • Common Name(s): Staghorn fern, Elkhorn fern
    
  • Description: Native to Java and southeastern Australia, the Birds Nest 'Staghorn' fern has a fuzzy texture to the leaves that can get very large if taken care of. The name bifurcatum means forked, referring to the leaves that split and resemble stag or elk horns. It can grow up to 31-35 in tall and wide, and care is easy as long as they're provided with low to medium light and moderate moisture like most ferns.