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Platycerium ridleyi DWARF 7cm H15cm

Platycerium ridleyi DWARF 7cm H15cm
£63.00 GBP
£63.00 GBP
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Meet Platycerium ridleyi dwarf form—the miniature antler fern for true fern lovers. She forms quirky shield fronds and antler-like fertile fronds, bringing wild epiphytic texture without needing a huge footprint. Stylish, unusual and full of character, she is a brilliant choice for adding something special to the plant shelf.

  • The Formal Name: Platycerium ridleyi dwarf form
  • The Nickname: Dwarf Ridleyi Staghorn Fern
  • Roots: A dwarf form of a Southeast Asian staghorn fern species that naturally grows attached to trees.
  • Natural Vibe: Bright filtered canopy light, warm humidity and excellent airflow around the roots.

Care Guide
  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: Bright indirect light suits her best; avoid hot direct sun.
  • Best Room: A warm bathroom, bright kitchen or humid plant shelf works well.
  • Snacks: Feed lightly during spring and summer with a diluted houseplant fertiliser.
  • Tropical Feels: Higher humidity and airflow are important for healthy fern growth.
  • Cosy Factor: Keep her warm, ideally above 16°C, and away from cold draughts.
  • Thirst: Keep evenly lightly moist but never waterlogged.
  • Safety First: Pet-friendly – generally considered a safer choice around cats and dogs, though nibbling is still best avoided.
  • The Bedding: Use an open, airy fern or epiphyte mix that holds moisture without compacting.
  • Family Tree: Propagation is specialist and usually by spores, so most growers enjoy her as she is.
  • Space Needs: Allow room for fronds to spread without rubbing against other plants.
  • Speed: Slow to steady, with each new frond adding structure over time.
  • Uninvited Guests: Watch for scale, mealybug and drying frond edges if the air is too dry.
  • Moving Day: Repot carefully only when needed, keeping the root area airy.
  • Haircut: Remove fully brown fronds but leave healthy shield growth intact.
  • Fresh Air: A true collector fern with wild epiphytic character.
  • Plant Lore: Staghorn ferns are epiphytes, meaning they naturally grow attached to other plants rather than in normal ground soil.
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