Staghorn Fern (Platycerium bifurcatum)

Staghorn Fern (Platycerium) 🦌🌿

Weirdly wonderful and totally unique, the Staghorn Fern is instantly recognisable for its dramatic, antler-shaped fronds. A true statement plant, it makes a fascinating specimen in any collection and looks especially striking when styled as a hanging plant once the fronds grow long enough to trail.

With its sculptural form and unusual growth habit, this is a houseplant that always gets people talking.

Plant Care

• Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sun.
• Watering: Keep soil lightly moist during the growing season, allowing the top layer to dry slightly between waterings. Water less in winter.
• Temperature: Prefers 16–25°C. Keep away from draughts and cold spots.
• Humidity: Loves humidity. Mist regularly or place in a steamy room like a bathroom.
• Feed: Fertilise monthly during spring and summer with a diluted balanced fertiliser.

Good to Know

• Display: Can be mounted on boards or styled as a hanging plant for dramatic effect.
• Pet Friendly: Non-toxic to cats and dogs.
• Also Known As: Elkhorn Fern.
• Origin: Native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.