Platycerium Bifurcatum Netherlands《荷兰鹿角蕨》

🌿 Why You’ll Love Platycerium bifurcatum:

• Iconic, antler-shaped foliage for a bold botanical look

• Easy to mount and care for—ideal for wall displays

• Drought-tolerant and soil-free living art

🌿 Platycerium bifurcatum (Common Staghorn Fern) – Care Guide

Platycerium bifurcatum, the most popular species of Staghorn Fern, is admired for its broad, antler-like fronds and shield fronds that protect its root ball. As an epiphyte, it grows naturally on trees, making it ideal for mounting or hanging, and it thrives in warm, humid environments.

☀️ Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light or dappled sunlight.

• Avoid harsh direct sun—can scorch fronds.

• Indoors: place near a north or east-facing window.

• Outdoors: grow in shaded or partially shaded areas.

💧 Watering

• Water about once a week, or when the mounting medium (moss or board) is dry.

• Mounted: Soak the root ball or entire mount in water for 15–20 minutes.

• Potted: Water thoroughly, then let the medium dry slightly.

• Mist the fronds occasionally in dry conditions for added humidity.

💦 Humidity

• Prefers high humidity (50–80%).

• Mist regularly or use a humidity tray or humidifier, especially indoors or in dry climates.

🌡️ Temperature

• Optimal range: 18–27°C (65–80°F).

• Protect from cold drafts and frost—keep above 10°C (50°F).

🌱 Mounting & Soil

• Best displayed mounted on wood with sphagnum moss or in hanging baskets.

• If potted, use an orchid mix or loose bark-based medium.

• Good airflow and drainage are essential.

🍃 Fertilizer

• Feed monthly during the growing season (spring–fall) with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.

• Reduce or pause feeding in winter.

✂️ Maintenance

• Do not remove the brown shield fronds—they are natural and help protect the plant.

• Gently remove dead or dried antler fronds only if needed.

• Keep the fronds clean by gently brushing off dust.

🪴 Display Ideas:

• Mount on a wood plaque and hang on a shaded wall.

• Combine with ferns, mosses, or orchids for a lush vertical garden.

• Makes an excellent living sculpture in tropical, boho, or minimalist spaces.

⚠️ Pet Safe:

Platycerium bifurcatum is non-toxic to pets—great for pet-friendly homes.

Bring the wild elegance of the forest canopy into your home with Platycerium bifurcatum—a timeless fern that doubles as living decor.