Mounted Bifurcatum Staghorn Fern
Introducing the Staghorn Fern: The Wall-Mounted Wonder!
Are you tired of the same old, ho-hum houseplants that sit there, taking up space and looking pretty? Well, say hello to the Staghorn Fern, the botanical superhero of your dreams! This platycerium bifurcatum isn't your average greenery – a true wall-mounted wonder here to save the day (and your decor)!
Why should you make room for the Staghorn Fern in your life? Let us count the ways:
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It's the Crown Jewel: This fern's distinctive, antler-like fronds aren't just for show – they're the crown jewel of your plant collection. Hang it up proudly, and watch your friends' jaws drop in awe.
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Low-Maintenance Royalty: Don't let its regal appearance fool you – the Staghorn Fern is a low-maintenance monarch. It's practically the king of self-sufficiency, requiring minimal care and attention.
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Conversation Starter Extraordinaire: Forget dull chit-chat about the weather. When you have a Staghorn Fern in your home, you'll be regaling guests with tales of its unique growth patterns and exotic origins. It's the icebreaker your parties have been missing.
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Vertical Greenery, FTW: Running out of space? No problem! This fern's wall-mountable design means you can turn your boring walls into living, breathing masterpieces. It's interior decorating, reinvented.
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Eco-Friendly Elegance: By adding a Staghorn Fern to your collection, you're beautifying your space and making an eco-conscious choice. These ferns are champions of air purification, helping you breathe easier.
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Tropical Vibes, No Passport Required: Craving the allure of the tropics but stuck at home? The Staghorn Fern will transport you to a lush rainforest paradise without the hassle of packing your bags. It's a staycation essential!
So, if you're ready to elevate your plant game and transform your space into a botanical wonderland, make room for the Staghorn Fern – the ultimate greenery with a twist. Get ready to go wild with this wall-mounted wonder, and let your decor reach new heights of sophistication and style!
This one is a slightly older Staghorn that is mounted and already developed with some basal fronds (the circular leaves that form at the base of the staghorn that start out green but may turn brown over time). The Staghorn is mounted on a raw edge piece of wood and attached with Sphagnum moss fishing wire and nails to create a vertical hanging environment where the staghorns love and thrive. Each of these is slightly different due to its hand-finished nature and will work well in any room with regular misting. You could hang on your wall for a year or two before requiring a larger space, as these can get rather large over time.
Please cover or bring it indoors during cold temperatures as it is sensitive to freezing temperatures.
Each piece of wood and Staghorn varies in size but is approximately 8-12 inch in rectangular wood, and some fronds are up to 12 inches long. If you need exact sizing after placing your order, we can message you what we have available for you to select the best fit.
Staghorn's are used to tropical climates where they receive regular rainwater and humidity. Please ensure water gets thoroughly through the sphagnum moss (if mounted) or around the coconut (if grown inside one) or in the soil at least once a week - drier climates need more. Using spring or rainwater is preferred.
As an epiphytic plant (one that grows on something, like a rock or tree bark), they get nutrients from the air and decomposition of natural material around them. We need to supplement their feeding during the Spring and Summer months, An even liquid fertilizer is preferred, such as a 10:10:10. We also have a slow-release fertilizer basket available that makes adding nutrients easy. Many people like to feed their staghorn with banana peels under the shield leaves as an easy, natural and organic feeding solution.
Looking for more plant goodies? Check out our accessories.
For added humidity, our Lyfe Rose Gold Signature Mister will make a perfect addition to your plant shelf for both function and beauty. We also recommend adding our Plant Shield & Shine to your order for routine maintenance and pest prevention.
Our plants are shipped from our indoor greenhouse in South Florida. Please note all our plants are one of a kind and if you want to message us we can send you a picture of the exact one you will receive. The product image here is intended to be the best representation of what you can expect to receive but yours may have slightly less or more growth depending on the crop we have when your order is placed. Any lifestyle pictures are meant to demonstrate how a fully grown or more mature plant looks for you to get a sense of it in your space.
- Botanical Name
- Platycerium bifurcatum
- Common Names
- Staghorn, staghorn fern, ball fern, elkhorn fern, deer horn fern, antler fern
- Plant Type
- Epiphytic ferns
- Mature Size
- Giant! Can get up to 3 foot wide
- Sun Exposure
- Indirect - direct light can scorch leaves
- Soil Type
- Hanging plant that does well initially on a bark or hook sideways for growth
- Soil pH
- Does not require soil to grow, does well hung up with humidity
- Bloom Time
- N/A
- Flower Color
- Fern - Non-flowering, basal and foliar fronds
- Hardiness Zones
- Zone 9-11; grown as in a greenhouse or houseplant in humid or warmer settings
- Native Area
- Tropical rainforests of Java
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