Platycerium andinum Polypodiaceae described species

described species

Regular watering maintains the plant's vigorous foliage display

Providing good air circulation and allowing the roots to dry between waterings are essential for its care

This unique plant boasts the best of both its parent species

Platycerium andinum Polypodiaceae described speciesP. andinums are tall slender staghorns. The shield fronds form very distinctive crown like tops and when the fern is well established around the tree, it looks like a crown from all sides. The andinum grows new shield fronds once a year in the winter and then they turn brown. The shield fronds, are thick, possibly 1 8th of an inch thick