Platycerium elephantotis (Elephant Ear Staghorn Fern) - Image 3

Botanical name: Platycerium elephantotis

Common name: Elephant Ear Staghorn Fern

Family: Polypodiaceae

Origin: Tropical Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 10-11?

Hardiness: 30°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryEpiphyte plant
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Platycerium elephantotis (Elephant Ear Staghorn Fern) green leaves, close up on nursery plant tray.
Platycerium elephantotis (Elephant Ear Staghorn Fern) green leaves filling black plastic pots on a rack.
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