Platycerium aka Staghorn Fern
Platycerium are commonly called Staghorn or Elkhorn Fern due to their weirdly wonderful, unique, antler shaped leaves. They make fascinating houseplants and look particularly effective as a hanging plant once the fronds get long enough to start trailing.
The base of the plant is covered with round to heart shaped, hard shield leaves. These shield fronds turn brown with age. This is a natural part of the plant development process and not a sign your plant is dying, they should not be removed.
Pot in picture included.
Pot size: 12cm
Height: 50cm
Care advice and additional information
Water - Water every 2-3 weeks by filling a sink or basin with 2 inches of water and sit the fern and grow pot in it for 10-20 mins. Don’t allow to stand in water to prevent root rot. Mist regularly - enjoys some humidity.
Sunlight - Keep in a bright spot that receives bright, indirect sunlight - avoid direct sunlight to prevent scorching!
Feeding - Feed once a month during summer months.
Toxicity - Considered non-toxic. Safe around pets.
Packaging
All plants come in a plastic nursery pot and Kraft compostable brown paper bag. Plants can be wrapped in coloured Kraft paper (black, pink or green) for free but by request beforehand to prevent wastage. All plants will include a care card.
Delivery Information
FREE local delivery. I will hand deliver each little beauty straight to your door free of charge to those that live within a 5 mile radius of Newcastle. Local delivery is within 1-2 days or same day when possible. Please get in touch if you require same day delivery.
A small delivery fee of £5 will be applied to those that live within a 15 mile radius of Newcastle and £10 to those within a 30 mile radius. Delivery will be between 2-5 days and confirmed beforehand.
For now, I will only be offering door step delivery or collection from the shop, via prior arrangement, at Candles & Plants, 65 South Promenade, Newcastle, BT33 0EY.
However, please do get in touch if you want a plant posted and I will look into it. Equally, if you live outside the delivery areas and really want a plant please contact me via thelittleshopofplants@gmail.com, WhatsApp or via my social media pages and again I will do what I can.
Please remember that plants may vary from the images shown and variations in colour and shape should be expected. I will however if requested send a photo of the plant selected to ensure it meets your satisfaction before purchase.