Overview
Platycerium alcicorne (P. Willemet) Desv. is a tufted ferns in the genus Platycerium, part of the Polypodiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Platycerium alcicorne (P. Willemet) Desv. grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include indoor plant and conservatory.
About
Platycerium alcicorne is a species of staghorn fern (Platycerium) native to Madagascar, the Seychelles and Comoros Islands, as well as Mozambique and Zimbabwe.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Platycerium
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Platycerium alcicorne (P. Willemet) Desv. size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Ferns, Houseplants
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Indoor plant, conservatory
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Platycerium alcicorne (P. Willemet) Desv.
- Propagation
- Sow spores when ripe, detach plantlets
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Platycerium alcicorne (P. Willemet) Desv.?
Platycerium alcicorne (P. Willemet) Desv. prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Platycerium alcicorne (P. Willemet) Desv. need?
Platycerium alcicorne (P. Willemet) Desv. grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Platycerium alcicorne (P. Willemet) Desv. hardy in the UK?
Platycerium alcicorne (P. Willemet) Desv. has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Platycerium alcicorne (P. Willemet) Desv.?
Sow spores when ripe, detach plantlets.
More in the Platycerium genus
- Platycerium bifurcatumcommon staghorn fern
- Platycerium coronariumEast Indian elk's horn fern
- Platycerium grandegiant staghorn fern
- Platycerium hilliinorthern elkhorn fern
- Platycerium hillii 'Majus'