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

Pteris tripartita is a large terrestrial fern native to tropical Africa, south and southeast Asia, Malesia, Papuasia, Queensland, and the South Pacific islands.

Giant Brake

Giant Brake

Pteris Tripartita

Pteris tripartita is a large terrestrial fern native to tropical Africa, south and southeast Asia, Malesia, Papuasia, Queensland, and the South Pacific islands.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Giant Brake

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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