Fern 'Elephant' rare Like most cultivars of this

Like most cultivars of this genus

pearl-shaped leaves are an adaptation to survive drought conditions in their native desert home

comes from the fact that the liquid that drips from its leaves can cause a temporary loss of speech if ingested

Full sunlight is the key to success with the typically solitary Oroya peruviana

HIGHLIGHTS

Fern 'Elephant' rare Like most cultivars of thisBotanical Name: Platycerium Elephantotis Common Name(s): Elephant Ear Staghorn Fern Description: Rare Elephant Ear Staghorn Fern has tall shield fronds and deeply veined, round fertile fronds that look like elephant ears instead of stags horns. It thrives in partial sun to bright indirect light and should be kept evenly moist.