Pteris cretica
TABLE FERN, CRETAN FERN
Pteridaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen fern

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: dappled light to shade

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to alkaline
0.6m
Plant habit
 
0.4m

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Origins: Europe-W Russia, North Africa, Tropical Africa, Southern Africa, SW Asia-Middle East, India-Subcontinent, China-Korea-Taiwan, Japan, Tropical Asia

Other Botanical Names: Pteris pentaphylla, P. serraria, P. treacheriana, P. trifoliata, Pycnodoria cretica

Other Common Names: Cretan Brake, Ribbon Fern

 
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Pteris cretica
TABLE FERN, CRETAN FERN
Pteridaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen fern

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: dappled light to shade

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, acidic to alkaline
0.6m
Plant habit
 
0.4m

FEATURES

Flowers: n/a


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical designs

Uses: pot, hanging basket, accents, indoors

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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