Platycerium

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At-A-Glance Information

This genus of epiphytic ferns, called Staghorn Ferns, needs partial shade or indirect light and regular waterings to perform well. These plants grow on trees in their natural habitats, and can also do well in hanging baskets or mounted on bark. Fronds are flat or forked, and are a pale green, aging to tan or brown.

platycerium Species and Varietals

The best growing zones for Miscanthus vary depending on the species. For more information, see the species descriptions below. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.

Platycerium bifurcatum (Common Staghorn Fern)
This species is best in zones 15-17, 19-24 and H2, and are native to Australia and New Zealand. Fronds are grey-green. This species produces many offsets, which can be detached and propagated. Variety 'Netherlands' has distinctive grey upward-arching fronds.

Platycerium superbum (Giant Staghorn Fern)
This species grows well in zones 23, 24, H1 or H2 and is native to Australia. It reaches 6 feet tall and 5 feet wide, and has spreading or pendent fronds. Protect from frosts.

Caring for Festuca

Propagation

Problems and Pests

Gallery

Camellias are great candidates to be grown as container plants on your patio.
A field of thea sinensis
Camellia hiemalis 'Shishi Gashira'

Videos

A video all about growing camellias successfully
Propagating camellias

Resources

The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Page 513, Platycerium (Staghorn Fern)
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