{"product_id":"giant-staghorn-fern-platycerium-superbum","title":"Platycerium superbum - Giant Staghorn Fern","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;This unusual variety of staghorn fern is perfect if you love the staghorn's aesthetic and are looking for more of a challenge than the usual P. bifurcatum. It stands out with its huge leaves, which grow up and then down, broadening and folding over itself. This staghorn loves a high-humidity environment but is sensitive to overwatering, so take care when watering that it's ready and won't get soggy. These ferns are epiphytes in the wild, growing onto tree trunks. This variety's leaves have adapted to spread over a tree trunk, and will look great mounted or hanging in your home, where you can enjoy the unusual shape of the foliage. Choose this plant to really add interest to your home!\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0}{\"1\":141,\"2\":{\"6\":1}}{\"1\":154}'\u003eThis unusual variety of staghorn fern is perfect if you love the staghorn's aesthetic and are looking for more of a challenge than the usual P. bifurcatum. It stands out with its huge leaves, which grow up and then down, broadening and folding over itself. This staghorn loves a high-humidity environment but is sensitive to overwatering, so take care when watering that it's ready and won't get soggy. These ferns are epiphytes in the wild, growing onto tree trunks. This variety's leaves have adapted to spread over a tree trunk, and will look great mounted or hanging in your home, where you can enjoy the unusual shape of the foliage. Choose this plant to really add interest to your home!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Platycerium superbum (proud, broad-horned plant)\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":41857,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10,\"18\":1}' data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0}{\"1\":21,\"2\":{\"6\":0}}'\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlatycerium superbum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(proud, broad-horned plant)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Giant Staghorn Fern, Staghorn Fern\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eGiant Staghorn Fern, Staghorn Fern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Native to Australia, specifically rainforests in Queensland and New South Wales.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eNative to Australia, specifically rainforests in Queensland and New South Wales.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;The superbum likes brighter light than the average staghorn, so make sure it's in a bright spot, although still with not more than a couple of hours of morning or evening sun at most. It will benefit from a little extra sun in autumn and winter.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0}{\"1\":4,\"2\":{\"6\":1}}{\"1\":13}'\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esuperbum \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elikes brighter light than the average staghorn, so make sure it's in a bright spot, although still with not more than a couple of hours of morning or evening sun at most. It will benefit from a little extra sun in autumn and winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Staghorn ferns do not like to sit in soggy soil; they are naturally epiphytic, so their roots are used to being on the outside of a tree rather than in the ground. Make sure at least the top third dries out in between waters. It will bounce back much easier from under-watering than over-watering!\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eStaghorn ferns do not like to sit in soggy soil; they are naturally epiphytic, so their roots are used to being on the outside of a tree rather than in the ground. Make sure at least the top third dries out in between waters. It will bounce back much easier from under-watering than over-watering!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLikes fairly moist air; will appreciate an occasional mist, and don't put it near a radiator.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"A mix designed for orchids or anthuriums will serve your staghorn fern well; added bark will help its roots stay ventilated. Repot every few years in spring as the plant grows. It will also do well mounted in sphagnum moss to better display its magnificent foliage and mimic its epiphytic habitat.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eA mix designed for orchids or anthuriums will serve your staghorn fern well; added bark will help its roots stay ventilated. Repot every few years in spring as the plant grows. It will also do well mounted in sphagnum moss to better display its magnificent foliage and mimic its epiphytic habitat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFeed every six weeks with a houseplant fertiliser; don't overdo it on these delicate roots!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIdeally likes temperatures of 10-26°C, but it can withstand temperatures as low as -1°C.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eYes, but too much nibbling won't be good for pets, small humans or the plant!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;To make sure its roots don't sit soggy, hydrate them by soaking in lukewarm water for several minutes every week or so and then gently shaking to empty any crevices. This species can be susceptible to overwatering, and due to this and the shape of the leaves, bottom watering will be the best way to water it.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eTo make sure its roots don't sit soggy, hydrate them by soaking in lukewarm water for several minutes every week or so and then gently shaking to empty any crevices. This species can be susceptible to overwatering, and due to this and the shape of the leaves, bottom watering will be the best way to water it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"12cm","offer_id":44794349420797,"sku":"5203440322171","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/giant-staghorn-fern-platycerium-superbum-325351.jpg?v=1712307739","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/giant-staghorn-fern-platycerium-superbum","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}