Staghorn Fern

Staghorn Fern (Platycerium spp.) 

Plant Description:
Staghorn ferns are unique, epiphytic ferns with two types of fronds: basal fronds, which are flat and shield-like, anchoring the plant to its growing surface, and fertile fronds, which are long, forked, and resemble deer antlers. These ferns do not grow in soil, instead absorbing moisture and nutrients from the air and debris around them.

Grow Zone:
Can be grown outdoors year-round in USDA Zones 9–12. In cooler climates, they are grown indoors or in greenhouses, as they cannot tolerate frost.

Height and Width:
Size varies by species, but most grow 2–3 feet tall and wide when mature. Larger species and older specimens can reach 4 feet or more in width when mounted or hanging.

Uses:
Primarily used as ornamental plants in tropical and subtropical gardens, mounted on wood, grown in hanging baskets, or displayed as living wall décor. They add a dramatic, sculptural element to indoor and outdoor spaces and thrive in shaded patios, conservatories, and atriums.

Native Range:
Native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Southeast Asia, Australia, and parts of South America, where they naturally grow attached to trees and rocks in rainforests.

Sun and Water Requirements:
Prefer bright, indirect light or dappled shade, avoiding direct sunlight, which can scorch their fronds. They require high humidity and regular watering, typically by soaking or misting, allowing the mounting medium to dry slightly between waterings. Good air circulation is essential to prevent rot.

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 We WILL NOT refund the purchase of or the shipping cost of live plants purchased with the intent to be shipped to states that do not authorize importing live plants or to states with restrictions! Purchases to these states will be held for 30 days for pick-up at our Slidell, Louisiana store and the shipping cost associated with these purchases will be held for the care of the plant while waiting to be picked up. All sales are final. If the plant(s) purchased are not picked up within 30 days from the date of order, these items will be returned to our sales inventory and you WILL NOT be refunded. Thank you for understanding these policies.

Due to regulations, certain states have restrictions on importing plants. Please review the list below to ensure you're not attempting to order any restricted plants in your area.

**Important Note:** We do not ship any plants outside the U.S.

State-Specific Restrictions - We ARE NOT responsible for any plant(s) that are not listed in these restrictions. Purchaser bears all responsibility for making sure the plant(s) they desire to purchase are not banned from being imported to the shipping state:

Arizona: Juglans spp.  

California: Castanea spp., Juglans spp., Pinus spp., Quercus spp.  

Colorado: Some counties restrict Prunus spp. Please verify your local county regulations.  

Florida: Castanea spp., Cornus spp., Quercus spp., Cornus mas 

Georgia: Vaccinium spp.

Hawaii: Pinus spp. 

Idaho: Humulus lupulus, Mentha spp., Vitis spp.

Indiana: Fragraria spp., Rosa spp. 

Kansas: Juglans spp.

Michigan: Abies spp., Vaccinium spp.

Montana: Pinus spp.

Nevada: Allium spp.

Mentha spp. 

New Jersey: Rosa spp.  

New York: Vitis spp.  

Oregon: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Quercus spp., Sambucus nigra, Ulmus spp., Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.

Texas: Juglans spp. 

Washington: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.  

Wisconsin: Abies spp., Pinus spp., Picea spp., Mentha spp. 

Additionally, we cannot ship plants in soil medium to the following states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, HI, ID, KS, MS, MT, ND, NM, NV, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA.