Staghorn Fern (Platycerium bifurcatum)

Staghorn Fern
Scientific Name: Platycerium bifurcatum C. Chr.
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Family: Polypodiaceae
Recommended Temperature Zone:
sunset: 15-17,19-24
USDA: 9b-11

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 23°F (-5°C)
Sun Exposure: Light shade to shade
Origin: Australia and New Guinea
Growth Habits: Fern, fronds can be several feel long
Watering Needs: Give water when the soil is dry
Propagation: Offsets

This fern is epiphyte in the wild (it grows on tree). The fertile fronds are upright, forked and green. The sterile ones are used for storage and turn brown as the fern ages. (they are green on the picture).

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