Staghorn Fern - Stag Head Fern (Platycerium Bifurcatum)

Description: Staghorn Fern - Stag Head Fern (Platycerium Bifurcatum) - 6" Octagon Wood Hanger Staghorn ferns, occasionally referred to as “stag head fern,” are so called for their resemblance to antlers. The stag plant can be grown in a hanging basket, mounted onto wood, or you can attach these to a tree since these ferns are epiphytes. They attach to tree bark via tufted roots that grow from a rhizome. Shield- or kidney-shaped basal fronds growing from the rhizome laminate against the tree, protecting the fern’s roots from damage and drying out. Fertile fronds jut out from the base, taking on the characteristic antler-like appearance and bearing spores on their lower surface. The antler fronds that emerge from this base and can reach up to 3 feet in length indoors (and much larger in the wild). Staghorn Ferns are increasingly popular among growers looking for something unusual. Platycerium Bifurcatum grow best in warm, humid conditions with bright, indirect light, and well-draining soil. They can tolerate more direct sunlight when temperatures and humidity are high, but they'll need more water in those conditions. They grow best in temperatures between 50–100°F (10–38°C), but they can do well in normal household temperatures above 55°F (13°C). In the summer, they need more moisture, and in the winter, they need less. Staghorn ferns do best in bright, indirect, or dappled light, such as 4–7 hours of light from sheer curtains or blinds. Water staghorn ferns frequently and consistently, but wait until the base of the plant dries out before watering again. In the summer, you can water once a week, and in the winter, you can water every 2–3 weeks. Overwatering can cause the leaves to turn yellow, swell, or become translucent. If the tips of the fronds turn brown, the plant might need more water. Staghorn ferns prefer organic, acidic soil with good drainage and can be fertilized once a month with a liquid fertilizer. The plant will be moistened and properly wrapped prior to shipping to ensure that it arrives in optimal shape.

Price: 29.95 USD

Location: Lakeland, Florida

End Time: 2024-10-19T19:36:26.000Z

Shipping Cost: 12 USD