An illustrated index of all 1 species in this genus, with scientific names, Japanese names and care difficulty.
Platycerium, the staghorn ferns, is a genus in subfamily Platycerioideae of the family Polypodiaceae with about 18 species in tropical Africa, Madagascar, Southeast Asia, Australia and, for one species, South America. They are epiphytic ferns growing on trees and rocks, with two kinds of fronds: sterile shield fronds that cover the base and trap litter and water, and antler-like fertile fronds bearing sporangia at their tips. P. bifurcatum, P. veitchii and P. superbum are widely grown mounted on boards or in hanging baskets.
Species with descriptions and care information, ordered by number of growth records
No related plants registered in this genus yet