{"product_id":"platycerium-bifurcatum-netherlands-staghorn-fern","title":"Platycerium bifurcatum 'Netherlands' (staghorn fern)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCompact trade-selection staghorn with velvety, forked antlers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt a glance you’ll notice two contrasting frond types: broad, rounded basal \"shield\" fronds that press flat to a mount and projecting, repeatedly forked \"antler\" fronds that give a sculptural silhouette. The fertile fronds are a grey‑green to silver‑green and are covered in a soft, velvety layer of scales (a tomentose texture) that looks fuzzy up close and softens the overall form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant develops over time from simpler juvenile ramets into more complex, multi‑forked adults—the degree of bifurcation increases with age. It naturally forms offsets (pups) from a short creeping rhizome, so owners commonly divide and remount new plants. It performs as an epiphyte indoors, most often displayed mounted on cork, untreated wood or in airy baskets rather than deeply potted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a plant that enjoys bright, indirect light and higher humidity; in real homes this means kitchens, bathrooms or a spot with regular misting work well. A clear trade‑off: dry, heated air often causes brown tips and the species can suffer scale or mealybug and root\/crown rot if mounting material is kept constantly wet. It is reported non‑toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for wall mounts, hanging displays or compact shelf arrangements; the single offered size (Large - P17 H35) suits mounting and smaller interiors. This retail selection is sold widely in European trade as a marketable, compact option and should be treated as a trade name rather than a formally registered cultivar. Compared with Platycerium superbum it is generally less bulky; Platycerium alcicorne is similar and sometimes confused with this material. Platycerium bifurcatum 'Netherlands' (staghorn fern)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Circle","offers":[{"title":"Large - P17 H35","offer_id":54548452540684,"sku":"MM-HILL1","price":32.54,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/3553\/3068\/files\/staghorn-3.jpg?v=1762595887","url":"https:\/\/plantcircle.com\/en-es\/products\/platycerium-bifurcatum-netherlands-staghorn-fern","provider":"Plant Circle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}