Platycerium bifurcatum [mounted]

staghorn fern
Staghorn fern attaches to trees, rocks, wood; expands as side pups appear. Happy in mild areas w/evening fog. 2 frond types: staghorn, shield.
Platycerium bifurcatum [mounted]Platycerium bifurcatum [mounted]Platycerium bifurcatum [mounted]Platycerium bifurcatum [mounted]
height 2–3ft
width 2–3ft
tolerates Coast, Cool Summers, Fog, Narrow Planting, Pots, Wind
water
needs		 Moderate
hardy
to		 27F
exposure Part Sun – Full Shade
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Pots: Cactus Mix, Orchid Bark, Requires Perfect Drainage
fertilizing All Purpose, Low Needs
origin SW Pacific
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 15–17, 21–H2

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