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Platycerium veitchii

silver staghorn fern
Silver staghorn fern tolerates more sun and drought. Shield fronds spread around the base of upright antler-like fertile fronds. Attaches to rocks, wood; expands as side pups appear.
height 1–3ft
width 1–3ft
tolerates Drought, Heat, Rooftops, Wind
water
needs		 When soil is completely dry.
water
info		 Allow to dry thoroughly between waterings. Soak once every 7 to 14 days in spring and summer and less frequently during cooler, darker winter days. Excessive water is a greater risk than dryness.
hardy
to		 28F
exposure Bright Indirect – Direct Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Indoor
drainage In Pots: Cactus Mix, Requires Perfect Drainage
fertilizing Acid 1/2 Strength, Low Needs
origin E Australia
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 9, 14–17, 19–H2

Sunset Zones Map

Indoor Exposure Guide

Growing Notes

This fern tolerates very bright conditions, such as sun through a gauzy curtain most of the day. Very bright dappled shade or half-day sun without a curtain will also be sufficient light for this hardy fern.
New growth points (“pups” or “keikis” will form around the primary shield)
This fern can also thrive outdoors where temperatures stay above freezing.

Special Interest

In its Queensland, Australia, habitat, this plant grows away from the coast often on rocks in sun or light shade. Rain falls primarily in the warmer half of the year and averages between 600 mm (24 in) and 1000 mm (40 in) per annum.