{"product_id":"platycerium-bifurcatum-o21cm-↕50cm","title":"Platycerium bifurcatum - Ø20cm - ↕50cm","description":"\u003ch3\u003e🌿 The Tropical Staghorn Fern (\u003ci\u003ePlatycerium bifurcatum\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-64 citation-end-64\"\u003eThe Staghorn Fern is one of the most popular and aesthetically striking ferns available for indoor gardening, known for its unique appearance.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-63\"\u003eIt is almost always called by its common name, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-63\"\u003eStaghorn Fern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-63 citation-end-63\"\u003e, a direct nod to its fronds that resemble a stag's antlers.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Originating from the humid, tropical rainforests of regions including Southeast Asia, Australia, and Africa, it brings a truly exotic touch to any interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage and Form\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-62 citation-end-62\"\u003eThe most appealing characteristic is its foliage, which features two distinct types of leaves.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The fertile fronds are the long, \u003cb\u003eantler-shaped fronds\u003c\/b\u003e that create its signature dramatic silhouette. \u003cspan class=\"citation-61 citation-end-61\"\u003eThe second type, the shield or basal fronds, are flat and serve to protect the roots and gather moisture and decaying matter.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-60\"\u003eThis plant is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-60\"\u003eevergreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-60\"\u003e epiphyte, meaning its leaves remain lush year-round, and it naturally grows on trees or rocks, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-60\"\u003ewithout needing traditional soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-60 citation-end-60\"\u003e to thrive.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eFruiting, Flowering, and Scent\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-59\"\u003eAs a fern, the Staghorn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-59\"\u003edoes not flower or produce fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-59 citation-end-59\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-58 citation-end-58\"\u003eIt reproduces through spores, which appear as felt-like brown patches on the undersides of the antler-like fronds.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e It is \u003cb\u003enot known for a fragrance\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight and Spines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThis particular plant stands at an attractive height of about \u003cb\u003e50 cm (around 20 inches)\u003c\/b\u003e, which is perfect for a strong visual impact when mounted or hung. Given its nature as a fern, it \u003cb\u003edoes not have thorns or spines\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare and Requirements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eThis plant is noted for being \u003cb\u003eincredibly easy to care for\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003elow maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e. It is versatile and thrives in a \u003cb\u003ehalf-shadow spot\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003elow-light conditions\u003c\/b\u003e, but prefers \u003cb\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/b\u003e overall. It is an ideal choice for mounting on a board or hanging in baskets, which showcases its unique growth habit. Because it naturally absorbs nutrients and water from the air and rain, high \u003cb\u003ehumidity levels are essential\u003c\/b\u003e to mimic its native habitat. \u003cspan class=\"citation-57\"\u003eFor potted plants, use a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-57\"\u003ewell-draining soil mixture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-57 citation-end-57\"\u003e such as peat moss, orchid bark, and perlite.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"9\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eIt requires regular but moderate watering; it should be watered \u003cb\u003eevery 8–10 days\u003c\/b\u003e, ensuring the growing medium \u003cb\u003edries out slightly between waterings\u003c\/b\u003e. During the active \u003cb\u003egrowing season (spring and summer)\u003c\/b\u003e, it benefits from a \u003cb\u003ediluted liquid fertilizer\u003c\/b\u003e applied once every three to four weeks. Fertilizing should be avoided during the dormant fall and winter period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-56\"\u003e The Staghorn Fern (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-56\"\u003ePlatycerium bifurcatum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-56\"\u003e) is widely considered to be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-56\"\u003enon-toxic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-56 citation-end-56\"\u003e to household pets (cats and dogs), making it a safe and elegant choice for homes with animals.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55834330267980,"sku":"10867","price":43.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9266\/1068\/files\/thumbnail_2000_6ee7919c-45d2-4479-9e06-31ef113696ad.jpg?v=1762166519","url":"https:\/\/viridimania.com\/products\/platycerium-bifurcatum-o21cm-%e2%86%9550cm","provider":"Viridimania","version":"1.0","type":"link"}