Shaking Brake (Pteris Tremula) is a perennial fern in the Pteridaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Pteris tremula is a stout terrestrial fern with short, erect rhizomes covered with long narrow pale brown scales and dimorphic tufted fronds.

Shaking Brake

Shaking Brake

Pteris Tremula

Pteris tremula is a stout terrestrial fern with short, erect rhizomes covered with long narrow pale brown scales and dimorphic tufted fronds.

Quick Facts

Type
fern
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental foliage, shade tolerant plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Shaking Brake

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Prune
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Pteridaceae
Genus:Pteris