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Platycerium superbum

Also Known As

  • Staghorn fern

Plant type

fern

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 8'-10'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Platycerium superbum plant details

Platycerium superbum is an evergreen fern with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Platycerium superbum

Plant type: fern
Plant family: polypodiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Uses: houseplant, tropical-looking, velvety

GROWING CONDITIONS for Platycerium superbum

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Gardening facts about Platycerium superbum plant

How to Grow Platycerium superbum

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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