Platycerium bifurcatum [mounted]

Staghorn fern attaches to trees, rocks, wood; expands as side pups appear. Happy in mild areas w/evening fog. 2 types fronds: staghorn, shield.
Platycerium bifurcatum [mounted]Platycerium bifurcatum [mounted]Platycerium bifurcatum [mounted]Platycerium bifurcatum [mounted]
height 2–3ft
width 2–3ft
tolerates Vertical Gardening
water
needs
Moderate
hardy
to
27F
exposure Part Sun – Full Shade
indoor
outdoor
Outdoor
origin SW Pacific
sunset
zones
15–17, 21–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP