{"product_id":"ps-2ltr-hp-pla-bifx1","title":"1 Staghorn Fern Platycerium Bifurcatum, Exotic Indoor Tropical Houseplant, Live Plant, 2 Litre Root Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStaghorn Fern (Platycerium Bifurcatum)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Staghorn Fern is a striking epiphytic fern prized for its dramatic, antler-shaped fronds. Naturally found growing on the trunks and branches of trees in tropical and subtropical forests of Australia, New Guinea and Southeast Asia, this architectural houseplant brings an exotic, sculptural quality to any indoor space. Its distinctive forked fertile fronds emerge from a rounded basal shield frond that clasps its growing surface, creating a truly unique display unlike any other houseplant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether mounted on a wooden board as a living wall feature, displayed in a hanging basket, or grown in a well-drained planter, the Staghorn Fern makes a wonderful focal point in bathrooms, living rooms and conservatories where it can enjoy the warmth and humidity it loves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis plant is supplied as a live plant in a 2 litre root ball, ready to be potted up, mounted or displayed in your preferred style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExotic epiphytic fern with distinctive antler-shaped fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eIdeal for mounting on boards, hanging baskets or planters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eThrives in bright indirect light — perfect for bathrooms, living rooms and conservatories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eAir purifying houseplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eConsidered pet safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eLow maintenance once established — suitable for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003ePropagates easily from pup offsets that develop at the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight which can scorch the fronds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the root ball or mounting medium feels dry. Soak thoroughly and allow excess moisture to drain freely. Mist the fronds regularly to maintain humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in a warm, draught-free position between 15–25°C. Not frost hardy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers moderate to high humidity. Bathrooms and kitchens are ideal locations. Alternatively, mist frequently or use a pebble tray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a dilute balanced liquid fertiliser once a month during the growing season (spring and summer). Reduce feeding in autumn and winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting\/Remounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot or remount when the plant outgrows its current display. Use a free-draining, bark-based epiphytic compost mix if potting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultural Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Platycerium bifurcatum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Staghorn Fern, Elkhorn Fern, Deer Antler Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender Evergreen Epiphytic Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height and Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 90 cm × 80 cm (indoors, dependent on growing conditions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Epiphytic — produces rounded basal shield fronds and forked, arching fertile fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounted Displays, Hanging Baskets, Bathrooms, Living Rooms, Conservatories, Indoor Jungle Schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright Indirect Light to Light Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–25°C (not frost hardy)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRHS Hardiness Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e H1c (must be grown indoors or in a heated conservatory)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender Evergreen Epiphytic Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grey-Green, Antler-Shaped Fertile Fronds with Rounded Basal Shield Fronds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical and Subtropical Regions of Australia, New Guinea and Southeast Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a live plant. 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