If you believe in the magical power of plants, then you will not be without interest to know that placyterium (popularly "antlers") are peace-keeping flowers. Their indoor species give their owners positive energy,
have a beneficial and positive effect on the resolution of conflict situations, create an atmosphere of peace and tranquility in the house. Platicerium is an exotic representative of ferns. Originally from distant Brazil, this epiphytic plant lives in the wild on the trunks and branches of trees. Anyone who has ever seen a platicerium in a flower shop remains impressed for life, because this fern simply fascinates with its unusual appearance and size. After all, among indoor plants it has no analogues!
"What is unusual about this plant?" you ask. The “deer antlers” flower, the photo of which is in front of you, catches the eye of flora lovers with its branched, juicy green leaves - vayami. These leathery fan leaves can sometimes reach a length of about a meter. This plant also has a different kind of leaves - they are smaller, brown in color and form a kind of "pocket",from which the flower draws nutrients and accumulated
moisture.
Platicerium, or "antlers" - the flowers of the mysterious tropical forests. Therefore, high humidity and temperature in the range of +14 … +20 degrees are the main conditions for growing epiphyte at home. The plant tolerates good light, but the best option for it is partial shade. The best place in the house for him will be the windowsill, but not on the south side of the house. Of course, it is recommended to remove the flower from drafts, because its main decoration - the leaves - begins to turn yellow. It is better to place the plant in a basket or pot and keep it in limbo.
Indoor antler flowers are fairly easy to grow. They prefer a light substrate in the form of sphagnum moss and crushed pieces of bark. Part of the roots of the platicerium is directed to the rosette-pocket, from where the minerals and water necessary for growth are absorbed. Decorative dissected leaves resembling deer antlers (for which the flower got its second name) can colorfully frame, for example, a large panel or a picture on the wall, creating a unique composition.
For more decorative leaves, proper and timely watering is necessary. Overdrying of the earthy coma should not be allowed, but it is not worth over-moistening the soil either, since “deer antlers” are delicate flowers. Watering should be moderate. In hot weather, it is good to immerse the plant in soft water (for a while) or spray it daily with water.room temperature. On cold days, watering should be reduced, and spraying should be canceled altogether.
"Deer antlers" - flowers are picky, but can be affected by pests, for example, thrips, spider mites and scale insects, which settle on the inner surface of the leaves. Various diseases of the epiphyte arise mainly due to errors in care.
Platiceriums are propagated by cuttings - side shoots. Since it is a fern plant, spores form on the leaves, but propagating "antlers" with spores is laborious. Side shoots are cut with a sharp knife and planted in moist soil for rooting. By adhering to the basic rules for growing these mysterious epiphytes, you can admire their he althy appearance for a long time and not worry about pest damage.
