Platycerium bifurcatum (Staghorn Fern)

Native to the sub tropical rainforests of Queensland in eastern Australia, where it grows epiphytically on trees and sometimes lithophytically. They feed by organic matter such as leaves etc depositing in their crowns where it slowly breaks down. Banana skins are very much appreciated. They do not, as common theory says, absorb moisture form the air throught their leaves but instead obtain it from rainfall. If growing in a colder climate (it does fine in temperate climates)water less over winter. In growing season, water often from above and keep humid. Propagate by slicing pups off the side of parent plant or by spore (harder). The brown on the lower leaves is normal, serves a protective and nutrient catching function, so don't slice off.

I like this opinion
2 people like this opinion