jungle brake
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A slightly tender, clump-forming, evergreen fern with erect fronds divided into long, wavy, broadly linear to narrowly lance-shaped, glossy leaflets.
Scientific classification
- Species
- jungle brake (Pteris umbrosa)
- Genus
- Pteris
- Family
- Pteridaceae
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- Toxicity
- Ferns
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full shade · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of jungle brake
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of jungle brake
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jungle brake care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
- Watering
- Full shade · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division or spores
Growing
GrowingGrow in moist but well-drained soil with added leaf mould in partial shade or full shade. Can also be grown in a cool greenhouse or as a houseplant if kept away from central heating. See houseplant cultivation
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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