Platycerium ‘Pumila’ (Staghorn fern)

Platycerium 'Pumila' (often listed as Platycerium hillii cv. 'Pumila' or Platycerium 'Pumila' "Kew Gardens") is a distinctive compact cultivar of the Platycerium hillii staghorn fern.

Key Features

• Dark green, relatively short and wide fertile fronds
• Cultivar
  
• Easy to Grow
• From Talnadge collection
• Adaptable

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