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Stag-Horn Fern, Elkhorn

Photo by JOHN2
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Description:

Evergreen epiphytic fern w/2 types of fronds: round/flat around base of plant & host; green leaves.

Habitat:

Placed on tree, cork or wood to show plant. Base likes peat & sphagnum moss. A warm weather plant usually.
FL. 32772

Notes:

Pic is of young pup placed on wood. Fern can grow to weigh well over 100 lbs.

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