Because of its bizarrely amazing, distinctive, antler-shaped leaves, Platycerium is also known as Staghorn or Elkhorn Fern. They make beautiful specimen houseplants and, once the fronds are large enough to begin trailing, look particularly striking as a hanging plant.
Staghorn ferns make for loads of eye-catching visual intrigue, not only because of the beauty of the ferns themselves but also due to the odd method they’re normally produced. Staghorn ferns are a wonderful way to add some green decor to your room or gallery wall because they are frequently mounted on wood planks and hung on the wall.
For something so beautiful, they’re also not particularly challenging to grow. The secret to making your staghorn fern flourish is to as closely you can replicate the subtropical climate in which it naturally occurs. A happy, vigorous staghorn will need plenty of moisture and dappled sunlight because it is accustomed to growing on tree bark under a canopy of leaves.
- Lighting
Bright, indirect lighting is preferable to Platycerium bifurcatum. For optimal results, locate the brightest area you have; however, keep your plant away from direct sunlight as this can scorch it. - Temperature and Humidity
The most important thing to keep in mind is that staghorn ferns enjoy humidity. Although older staghorn may endure brief periods of frigid weather, they prefer warm, humid environments. Particularly when they’re young, it’s important to keep those temperatures (at least above 50 degrees Fahrenheit and below 100 degrees Fahrenheit). - Watering
Before watering, let the soil begin to dry out. Don’t leave it submerged in water nonstop. It is better to water from below because the root ball is covered by tough shield leaves. Immerse for 10-15 minutes (less in the winter) in water, and make sure there is enough drainage. - Soil and Repotting
Staghorn fern seedlings can be started in damp regular potting soil. They can be mounted once they reach adulthood. - Propagation
Platycerium plants can be propagated by spores or division. Large and mature Staghorns can be easily divided into smaller plants and be potted right away separately.
Typical Issues with Staghorn Ferns
Finding the correct amount of water that your staghorn fern prefers is the most frequent problem. Your plant is probably being overwatered if you see the fronds starting to brown or blacken toward the base. Likewise, it probably needs to be watered more frequently if the tips of the fronds start to brown or wilt.
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