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Staghorn Fern Mounted on Natural Wood - Live Platycerium Plant
Regular price
$44.99
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Staghorn Fern on Wood Mount - Living Wall Art
The Staghorn Fern (Platycerium bifurcatum) brings a distinctive natural element to your space with its dramatic, forked fronds mounted on natural wood. This epiphytic fern creates an instant focal point as living wall décor, combining the organic beauty of a tropical plant with the rustic appeal of a wood mount.
Plant Specifications
- Botanical Name: Platycerium bifurcatum
- Common Name(s): Staghorn fern, Elkhorn fern
- Description: Native to Java and southeastern Australia, the Birds Nest 'Staghorn' fern has a fuzzy texture to the leaves that can get very large if taken care of. The name bifurcatum means forked, referring to the leaves that split and resemble stag or elk horns. It can grow up to 31-35 in tall and wide, and care is easy as long as they're provided with low to medium light and moderate moisture like most ferns.
Unique Characteristics
The Staghorn Fern features two distinct types of fronds. The shield fronds (basal fronds) grow flat against the mount, turning brown as they mature - this is completely natural and protects the root system. The antler fronds extend outward, creating the signature forked appearance that gives this fern its name. The fuzzy texture across the leaves adds tactile interest and helps the plant retain moisture.
Care Requirements
This mounted fern thrives with minimal intervention. Position in low to medium indirect light - avoid direct sunlight which can scorch the fronds. Water by soaking the entire mount in room temperature water for 10-15 minutes once weekly, or when the plant feels light. In humid environments, misting between waterings helps maintain the moderate moisture levels these ferns prefer. The natural wood mount provides the perfect growing medium, mimicking how Staghorn Ferns grow in their native habitat.
Display and Placement
Ready to hang immediately, this mounted Staghorn Fern works beautifully in bathrooms, kitchens, or any room with adequate humidity. The wood mount can be displayed vertically on walls or placed horizontally on shelves. As an air-purifying plant, it contributes to cleaner indoor air while serving as a conversation-starting piece of natural décor.
Pet-Friendly Houseplant
Safe for homes with cats and dogs, Platycerium bifurcatum is non-toxic to pets. The mounted presentation also keeps the plant elevated and out of reach, making it an ideal choice for pet owners seeking statement greenery without safety concerns.
Growth and Maturity
With proper care, your Staghorn Fern will develop increasingly impressive fronds, potentially reaching 31-35 inches in both height and width. The plant grows slowly but steadily, with new fronds unfurling from the center. As it matures, the shield fronds will layer over each other, creating additional texture and dimension on the mount.
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Staghorn Fern Mounted on Natural Wood - Live Platycerium Plant
Regular price
$44.99
Size
Staghorn Fern on Wood Mount - Living Wall Art
The Staghorn Fern (Platycerium bifurcatum) brings a distinctive natural element to your space with its dramatic, forked fronds mounted on natural wood. This epiphytic fern creates an instant focal point as living wall décor, combining the organic beauty of a tropical plant with the rustic appeal of a wood mount.
Plant Specifications
- Botanical Name: Platycerium bifurcatum
- Common Name(s): Staghorn fern, Elkhorn fern
- Description: Native to Java and southeastern Australia, the Birds Nest 'Staghorn' fern has a fuzzy texture to the leaves that can get very large if taken care of. The name bifurcatum means forked, referring to the leaves that split and resemble stag or elk horns. It can grow up to 31-35 in tall and wide, and care is easy as long as they're provided with low to medium light and moderate moisture like most ferns.
Unique Characteristics
The Staghorn Fern features two distinct types of fronds. The shield fronds (basal fronds) grow flat against the mount, turning brown as they mature - this is completely natural and protects the root system. The antler fronds extend outward, creating the signature forked appearance that gives this fern its name. The fuzzy texture across the leaves adds tactile interest and helps the plant retain moisture.
Care Requirements
This mounted fern thrives with minimal intervention. Position in low to medium indirect light - avoid direct sunlight which can scorch the fronds. Water by soaking the entire mount in room temperature water for 10-15 minutes once weekly, or when the plant feels light. In humid environments, misting between waterings helps maintain the moderate moisture levels these ferns prefer. The natural wood mount provides the perfect growing medium, mimicking how Staghorn Ferns grow in their native habitat.
Display and Placement
Ready to hang immediately, this mounted Staghorn Fern works beautifully in bathrooms, kitchens, or any room with adequate humidity. The wood mount can be displayed vertically on walls or placed horizontally on shelves. As an air-purifying plant, it contributes to cleaner indoor air while serving as a conversation-starting piece of natural décor.
Pet-Friendly Houseplant
Safe for homes with cats and dogs, Platycerium bifurcatum is non-toxic to pets. The mounted presentation also keeps the plant elevated and out of reach, making it an ideal choice for pet owners seeking statement greenery without safety concerns.
Growth and Maturity
With proper care, your Staghorn Fern will develop increasingly impressive fronds, potentially reaching 31-35 inches in both height and width. The plant grows slowly but steadily, with new fronds unfurling from the center. As it matures, the shield fronds will layer over each other, creating additional texture and dimension on the mount.