Platycerium ‘Japanese Hybrid’ (Staghorn fern)

Platycerium ‘Japanese Hybrid’ is a staghorn imported from Japan that is a cultivar of a unknown species. It has extremely graceful fertile fronds and a shield frond that screams beauty and elegance. This staghorn is slightly slow-growing and is rarely offered.

Key Features

• Graceful fronds
• Cultivar
• Multi-Eyed Grower
• Easy to Grow
• Elegant Looking
• Adaptable to the low 40’s

Size guide:

Care Requirements

• Bright filtered light essential; avoid direct sun which causes scorching
• Water thoroughly then allow to dry significantly between waterings (about 60-80%)
• Mount on wood or tree—requires excellent drainage and air circulation
• Minimal feeding needed; tuck banana peel behind shield quarterly
• Keep above 55°F minimum; protect from frost at all costs