Staghorn fern
Platycerium bifurcatum · Staghorn ferns · Polypody family
Also known as: Elkhorn Fern · Antelope Ears
Medium30–90cmPet-friendly
Staghorn fern care at a glance
Staghorn fern (Platycerium bifurcatum) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Staghorn fern
Possible pests on Staghorn fern include Scale insects, Mealybugs, Spider mites and Aphids. Possible diseases include Root rot and Black spot. Staghorn fern is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Scale insects Medium
- Mealybugs Low
- Spider mites Low
- Aphids Low
Disease
- Black spot Low
- Root rot Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Staghorn fern
- Which pests affect Staghorn fern?
- Possible pests on Staghorn fern include Scale insects, Mealybugs, Spider mites and Aphids.
- Which diseases affect Staghorn fern?
- Possible diseases include Root rot and Black spot.
- Is Staghorn fern toxic to cats and dogs?
- Staghorn fern is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Staghorn fern need?
- Staghorn fern has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Staghorn fern need?
- Staghorn fern prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Staghorn fern frost-hardy?
- Staghorn fern is not frost-hardy.