{"product_id":"platycerium-willinckii-omg","title":"Platycerium willinckii 'OMG' 7cm H15cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet Platycerium willinckii 'OMG'—a collector staghorn fern with sculptural shield and antler fronds. Young plants already show the quirky form that makes Platycerium so loved by fern collectors. Stylish, unusual and full of character, she is a brilliant choice for adding something special to the plant shelf.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Formal Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Platycerium willinckii 'OMG'\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Nickname:\u003c\/strong\u003e OMG Staghorn Fern\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoots:\u003c\/strong\u003e An epiphytic Platycerium selection from the willinckii group, grown mounted or in open airy media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Vibe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright filtered light, humidity, airflow and careful watering around the root pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c!--split--\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light is best; avoid harsh sun that dries fronds quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Room:\u003c\/strong\u003e A humid bright bathroom, kitchen or mounted display is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnacks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed lightly in the growing season with diluted fertiliser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTropical Feels:\u003c\/strong\u003e High humidity and airflow are key for clean fern growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosy Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep warm and away from cold draughts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThirst:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep evenly moist or soak the mount\/root area, then allow airflow around it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePet-friendly leaning\u003c\/em\u003e – still best kept away from nibbling pets, but generally a safer choice than aroids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Bedding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a loose epiphytic mix or mount rather than dense compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily Tree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Propagation is specialist, usually by spores or offsets if produced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpace Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give shield\/frond growth room and avoid burying the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to moderate, especially in small collector plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUninvited Guests:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch for scale and mealybug around frond bases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoving Day:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount or pot on only when the plant has clearly outgrown its support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHaircut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove fully dead fronds only; shield fronds can be part of the plant’s natural cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Air:\u003c\/strong\u003e A botanical, sculptural fern for collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Lore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Staghorn ferns grow as epiphytes in nature, using shield fronds to anchor and collect organic matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Emm's Plant House","offers":[{"title":"7cm H15cm","offer_id":59037885956360,"sku":"FLA0000702","price":137.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/1339\/9560\/files\/IMG_4778_24adca13-6fc0-4971-8fe0-fefcb7c81b0b.jpg?v=1791636899","url":"https:\/\/www.emmsplanthouse.co.uk\/products\/platycerium-willinckii-omg","provider":"Emm's Plant House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}