Staghorn Fern

Description

🌿 Staghorn Fern (Platycerium spp.)

The Staghorn Fern is a striking, epiphytic fern known for its dramatic, antler-like fronds and sculptural beauty. A true conversation piece, it thrives mounted on boards, in hanging baskets, or nestled in tree branches—perfect for bringing lush, tropical vibes indoors or into shaded garden spaces.

🪴 Key Features:

Foliage: Two types of fronds – basal fronds (shield-like, brown or green) and fertile fronds (long, forked, “antler-like”).

Growth Habit: Clumping, with the ability to grow quite large over time.

Display: Often mounted on wood or grown in hanging baskets.

☀️ Growing Conditions:

Requirement Details

Light Bright, indirect light. Avoid harsh, direct sun. Dappled shade outdoors.
Water Water when dry – soak or mist thoroughly. Allow to dry between watering. More frequent watering in summer.
Humidity Prefers high humidity. Mist regularly if indoors.
Temperature Warm and frost-free (10–27°C). Protect from cold drafts.
Feeding Monthly with diluted liquid fertilizer during growing season. Avoid fertilizing the shield fronds directly.
Mounting Use sphagnum moss on wood plaques or in baskets. Secure firmly; ferns will eventually anchor themselves.

🌱 Tips:

Don’t remove the brown, dry shield fronds—they help protect and support the plant.

Ideal for bathrooms, shaded patios, or under trees.

Repot or remount only when absolutely necessary (every few years).