Staghorn Ferns

Typical Florida stag horn fern hanging from an oak tree - Source: Photographer: Jerilee WeiOne of the most coveted and dramatic ferns to own is the staghorn fern (aka elkhorn fern).  It also can be one of the most expensive of plants to own, if you should need instant gratification and decide to purchase one.  Large ones are commonly sold for more than $300 each.  Their scientific name is Platycerium and there are about eighteen varieties depending upon

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