Platycerium bifurcatum 'Maui' (Staghorn fern)

Discover Platycerium bifurcatum 'Maui', a captivating cultivar of the popular elkhorn fern.

Key features:

• Aesthetics: Long, thin, graceful fertile fronds
• Growth rate: Relatively fast-growing and hardy
• Size: Mature specimens can reach up to 3 feet across
• Versatility: Suitable for indoor and outdoor cultivation in mild climates

Scientific highlights:

• Dimorphic fronds: Distinct sterile basal fronds and fertile foliar fronds
• Reproduction: Spores produced in sori on the underside of fertile frond tips
• Habitat adaptation: Epiphytic growth habit with nutrient-collecting basal fronds

Care and display:

• Temperature: Prefers year-round temperatures above 40°F (4.5°C)
• Hardiness: Suitable for USDA zones 9 and above
• Indoor use: Excellent as a wall-mounted ornamental
• Outdoor use: Can be moved outdoors during summer in cooler regions

Collector's note: Platycerium bifurcatum is renowned for its ease of cultivation, earning the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. The 'Maui' cultivar exemplifies the species' graceful form, making it a prized specimen for fern enthusiasts and interior designers alike.

Transform your space with the island-inspired elegance of Platycerium bifurcatum 'Maui'. Watch as its arching fronds create a living sculpture, bringing a touch of tropical forest canopy to your home or garden.