Platycerium superbum
Staghorn Fern
Also known as: Platycerium grande var. tamburinense Domin
- Platycerium grande var. tamburinense Domin
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Polypodiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a epiphyte.
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Platycerium superbum (commonly known as Staghorn fern) is an epiphytic fern within the Polypodiaceae family. It naturally occurs in Australasia.
Macro Climate
Unspecified
Plant Type
Fern
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Australia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
New South Wales, Queensland
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Hawaii