XL Mounted Staghorn Fern on 12 × 16" Wood Plaque

Turn a wall into a living display with an extra-large mounted Staghorn Fern. Platycerium ‘Netherlands’ grows in a Kokedama-style moss mount secured to a 12 × 16-inch wooden plaque with sturdy hanging wire, arriving ready to display indoors or in a protected outdoor space.

Plant characteristics

• Mount: 12 × 16-inch wooden plaque with hanging wire
• Foliage: Produces upright and arching antler-shaped fertile fronds plus rounded shield fronds at the base
• Shield-frond note: Basal shield fronds naturally turn tan or brown as they mature. This protective layer is normal and should not be removed.
• Growth habit: Epiphytic fern that grows outward from its mount rather than in soil
• Mature size: With suitable care, the fronds can extend 2–3 feet or more and create a broad, sculptural display
• Pet safety: Staghorn Ferns are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, although chewing any plant material can cause digestive discomfort

Care guide

• Light: Provide bright, indirect light. Gentle morning sun can be beneficial, but avoid prolonged hot afternoon sun.
• Water: When the moss mount feels mostly dry, soak the mounted root ball in room-temperature water for about 10–20 minutes, generally around once a week. Allow it to drain thoroughly before rehanging. Adjust the schedule for temperature, humidity, airflow, and season rather than watering on the calendar alone.
• Mounting medium: This fern grows in its moss mount and does not need conventional potting soil. Do not bury or remove the shield fronds.
• Humidity and airflow: Prefers moderate to high humidity with good airflow. Bathrooms with bright light, covered patios, and humid indoor plant areas can work well.
• Temperature: Keep in a warm location and protect from frost, cold drafts, and temperatures below approximately 50°F.
• Feeding: During active spring and summer growth, feed about once a month with a balanced fertilizer diluted to one-quarter strength. Apply it during watering and avoid fertilizer buildup in the moss.
• Pruning: Remove only fully dead or damaged antler fronds with clean tools. Do not peel away brown shield fronds, because they protect the roots and mounting area.
• Propagation: Mature plants can produce offsets, or pups, around the base. These may remain attached to create a larger colony or be separated carefully once established.
• Mount care: Hang from secure hardware appropriate for the combined weight of the wood, wet moss, and growing plant. Protect indoor walls and flooring from drips after watering.

What you’ll receive

You will receive one live extra-large Platycerium ‘Netherlands’ Staghorn Fern mounted Kokedama-style on a 12 × 16-inch wooden plaque with hanging wire. Natural variations in frond shape, color, size, shield-frond development, and fullness are normal for living plants. The plant and wood grain you receive will be similar to, but not exactly the same as, those shown in the photos.