{"product_id":"elephant-staghorn-fern-in-crate-8","title":"Elephant Staghorn Fern in Crate – 8\"","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique, tropical, and full of natural beauty! The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElephant Staghorn Fern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, also known as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElephant Ear Staghorn Fern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is a stunning tropical plant loved for its oversized, velvety green fronds that resemble the graceful ears of an elephant. Its dramatic foliage and unusual growth habit create a beautiful statement that brings an instant touch of the tropics to any space!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplayed in a charming crate-style planter, this gorgeous fern offers a unique, natural look that's perfect for hanging displays, covered porches, sunrooms, or bright indoor spaces. Unlike traditional ferns, Staghorn Ferns naturally grow attached to trees in tropical environments, making them a fascinating addition to any plant collection!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 Plant Care Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ Light:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prefers bright, indirect sunlight or filtered light. Avoid harsh direct afternoon sun, which can scorch its delicate fronds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 Water:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water thoroughly when the growing medium begins to dry, allowing excess water to drain completely. Keep moderately moist during active growth in warmer months, but significantly reduce watering during its natural cool-season resting period. Avoid keeping the roots constantly wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌡️ Temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thrives in warm temperatures between 65–85°F. Protect from freezing temperatures, cold drafts, and prolonged cold, damp conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💦 Humidity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Enjoys moderate to high humidity! A humidifier or naturally humid environment helps maintain healthy foliage. Good airflow is also important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🪴 Growing Medium:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prefers a loose, airy mixture such as sphagnum moss and orchid bark. Avoid dense, waterlogged potting soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Fertilizer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Feed lightly with a diluted, balanced fertilizer during active growth in spring and summer. Reduce or discontinue feeding during its resting period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✂️ Pruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Remove completely dead or damaged foliage as needed. Avoid removing the protective shield fronds, even when they naturally turn brown, as these help support the plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 Crate Care:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ensure the crate allows proper drainage and airflow. Water the growing medium thoroughly, allow excess moisture to drain, and avoid leaving the crate sitting in standing water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐾 Pet Toxicity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerally Considered Pet Friendly!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Staghorn Ferns are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs. While common Staghorn Fern species are listed as non-toxic by the ASPCA, species-specific information for the Elephant Staghorn Fern is limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough not known to be poisonous, eating plant material may still cause mild digestive upset. Keep curious pets from chewing the foliage or crate materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💚 Good to Know\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8-inch Crate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Platycerium elephantotis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso Known As:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Elephant Ear Staghorn Fern, Elephant Ear Fern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bright, Indirect or Filtered Light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate During Active Growth; Reduced During Dormancy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate to High\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Generally Considered Non-Toxic 🐾\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Epiphytic, Spreading \u0026amp; Arching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large, Broad, Velvety Green Fronds Resembling Elephant Ears\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Feature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Displayed in a Decorative Crate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Covered porches, sunrooms, hanging displays, bright indoor spaces, and tropical plant collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: Each plant is unique, and frond size, shape, fullness, and overall appearance may vary slightly from the plant pictured. 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