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Platycerium andinum

Also Known As

Staghorn Fern

Plant type

fern

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

9b-12

Platycerium andinum plant details

Platycerium andinum is an evergreen fern with blue and green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Platycerium andinum

Plant type: fern
Plant family: polypodiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Uses: epiphyte

GROWING CONDITIONS for Platycerium andinum

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Platycerium andinum is an evergreen perennial fern with blue and green foliage. It can grow 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall in zone 9b - 12. To grow well, it prefers bright shade - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Grows best in well-drained and average soil. In need of something verticillium wilt resistant? This may be a good option.