Platycerium - Platycerium bifurcatum in a pot 19cm

Latin Name: Platycerium bifurcatum

A few words: Platycerium is a fern that belongs to the family of polyps and is an epiphytic species. They grow on tree trunks, on bare rocks, etc. In natural conditions it grows in tropical forests, but we usually find it in gardens and indoors. Ferns develop hanging fertile green leaves that can reach 2 meters in length in full growth. Both fertile and non-fertile leaves are broad and branched and grow to look like deer antlers. Non-fertile leaves have a round shape and can reach a size of 1 meter.

Light: It needs to be placed in a place with plenty of indirect light. Direct sunlight can cause burning as well as fading of the leaves. In the absence of lighting causes blurring of the leaves.

Water: Watering should be repeated when the substrate has dried, as it needs good drainage.

Temperature: Prefers temperatures between 15-23 ° C. Higher or lower temperatures than these negatively affect plants.

Fertilization: Apply fertilizer suitable for green plants at least once every two months throughout the year.

Last Tip - Tip: Drying of the top of the leaves is a common problem and is usually due to the accumulation of salts in the soil. For this reason good quality water is used.

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