This non-clumping epiphytic fern forms large nest-like fronds and has a slightly branched rhizome. The narrow mid green true fronds are pendulous and the sporangium forms in a single patch on the back of the fertile fronds during summer.

Hardiness zones 10 to 12

Platycerium superbum is naturally found in Australia growing from the central east coast of Queensland to northern New South Wales in rainforests and along moist gullies. 

It prefers composted leaf mold or damp peat-like material and grows in a semi shaded wind protected humid position and is frost and drought tender.

Staghorn is a spectacular fern that is widely grown for its habit. It is grown as a specimen in gardens or used in rainforest settings. It is also commonly grown on a cool moist south-facing wall with a timber backing. It is suitable for coastal and low-mountain regions establishing in 2 to 4 years and is long lived. It is commonly grown under glass in cool climates or in ferneries as a specimen. ID 432

Platycerium (plă-tee-KE-ree-um) superbum (su-PER-bum)

‘Platycerium’: from Greek platys - broad, & cerius - waxen (refers to the fronds).

Polypodiaceae (pol-ee-PODE-ay-see-ee)