Platycerium bifurcatum ‘Popcorn’
plat-ee-SIR-ee-um by-fur-KAY-tum POP-korn
Also recorded as: 爆米花 · ポップコーン All names
Popcorn is a named bifurcatum selection distinguished by upright fertile fronds and broadly spreading, intricately forked tips.
- Species placement
- Reported as Platycerium bifurcatum
- Reported origin
- Taiwan
Mounted Popcorn showing upright fertile fronds and spreading terminal forks.
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Care
Care difficulty: BeginnerA manageable choice for beginners in bright, filtered light. Let the mounting moss dry between thorough waterings, then allow excess water to drain away.
Place near a bright window with strong sun softened by a sheer curtain, and keep air moving around the plant. Avoid intense direct sun, especially in summer.
Description
Upright fertile fronds spread into conspicuous terminal forks. Haruhana describes diamond-shaped branching, with the tips opening like bursting popcorn. Brown fertile surfaces develop toward the frond ends.
Popcorn is a named bifurcatum selection distinguished by upright fertile fronds and broadly spreading, intricately forked tips.
Names and usage
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