{"product_id":"platycerium-elephantotis","title":"Platycerium elephantotis","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"353\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"28\" data-start=\"0\"\u003ePlatycerium elephantotis\u003c\/strong\u003e is a spectacular and unusual houseplant, prized for its large, broad, wavy fronds reminiscent of elephant ears. Its unique shape and tropical appearance make it an impressive collector's plant, perfect for creating a natural and architectural effect in a bright space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"537\" data-start=\"355\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"368\" data-start=\"355\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Species native to the tropical forests of West Africa, where it grows as an epiphytic fern on tree trunks in warm, humid environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"866\" data-start=\"539\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"555\" data-start=\"539\"\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate growth. It develops two types of fronds: rounded sterile fronds that attach to the support and large, wavy, drooping fertile fronds that can become quite impressive. Indoors, it makes an ideal sculptural plant for growing on a slab or in a hanging basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1026\" data-start=\"868\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"880\" data-start=\"868\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does not flower. Like all ferns, it reproduces by spores, visible as brownish areas on the underside of the fertile fronds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1203\" data-start=\"1028\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1041\" data-start=\"1028\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers bright but indirect light. Good light promotes the growth of large fronds, while direct sunlight can burn the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"1419\" data-start=\"1205\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1219\" data-start=\"1205\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly to keep the substrate slightly moist, but not overwatered. It appreciates high humidity. Reduce watering slightly when growth slows down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1637\" data-start=\"1421\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1435\" data-start=\"1421\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a very well-draining potting mix for houseplants. A mixture enriched with perlite or coconut fiber ensures good root aeration and is suitable for its epiphytic growth habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1698\" data-start=\"1639\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"1653\" data-start=\"1639\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to humans and animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1698\" data-start=\"1639\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/serreslavoie.com\/collections\/terreau-et-substrat\/products\/terreau-empotage-connaisseur-bio-5l\"\u003eOur potting soil for tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"plantearium","offers":[{"title":"4.25 inches","offer_id":43038737203261,"sku":"prod","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9223\/5821\/files\/DSC_3618_a81b7786-cfec-4ae7-8901-e528938df823.jpg?v=1777997873","url":"https:\/\/serreslavoie.com\/en\/products\/platycerium-elephantotis","provider":"Serres Lavoie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}