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elkhorn fern

Platycerium bifurcatum

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in moist, shaded forest floors and tropical canopies.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Portugal), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil

Full Taxonomy

Polypodiopsida (Polypodiopsida)

Order

Polypodiales (Polypodiales)

Species

Platycerium bifurcatum (elkhorn fern)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese chifre-de-veado

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of elkhorn fern?

The scientific name of elkhorn fern is Platycerium bifurcatum. It belongs to the genus Platycerium.

Where does elkhorn fern live?

elkhorn fern is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Portugal), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, Portugal, South Africa, Taiwan, United States.

What family does elkhorn fern belong to?

elkhorn fern (Platycerium bifurcatum) belongs to the genus Platycerium, which is part of the taxonomic family Polypodiaceae.

What kingdom does elkhorn fern belong to?

elkhorn fern (Platycerium bifurcatum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).