-Staghorn Ferns are epiphytic meaning they grow in the canopy of trees in the wild. They use their old “shield” leaves as a sponge to collect rain water and organic debris. -Several species can be ...

There are some plants that can cause the casual gardener to think: "Oh, I wouldn't know how to grow that." One that might make this list is the staghorn fern. It certainly looks imposing, growing out ...

Staghorn ferns hang from trees or rocks and glean nutrients and moisture from the air. At home, they can be mounted on wood or fit into wire baskets with wet sphagnum. (Submitted photo) One of my best ...

For sheer pop, indoors or out, staghorn ferns (Platycerium spp) can’t be beat. Once considered difficult to grow in San Diego County, staghorn ferns are now commonly found in nurseries, hanging on ...

Staghorn ferns are among the most decorative indoor foliage plants. Their bold shape makes a sophisticated statement in any home, especially as they increase in size. When hung on a wall, they look ...