Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Pteridaceae
Pteris parkeri 'Albolineata'
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Pteris parkeri 'Albolineata'
Quick Care Guide
Watering
Water when ~10–20% dry
Substrate
Moisture-retentive but aerated • Evenly moist • Organic-leaning • Fine-medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–24 °C • Avoid below: 5 °C
Humidity
Moist 50–60 %
Growth habit
Upright clumping terrestrial fern.
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 40 cm • Max. spread: 50 cm
Toxicity & safety
Non-toxic
Origin & habitat
Cultivar of Pteris parkeri; species native from South Korea and Japan to Taiwan
Outdoor growing
Outside from 10 °C · sheltered spot
How to read these values
These care values are quick reference points for indoor growing. Use them as a guide, then adjust for pot size, substrate, temperature and how quickly the substrate dries.
For more detail, read the full product description or visit our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level and approximate lux at leaf level.
- Watering: “% dry” shows how far the substrate should dry before watering again.
- Substrate: structure, drainage, moisture retention, base material and particle size.
- Temperature: “Ideal” shows the preferred range; “Avoid below” marks the cold-stress threshold.
- Humidity: target range; steady conditions usually matter more than exact numbers.
- Growth habit: how the plant grows, such as upright, climbing, trailing, clumping or rosette-forming.
- Support: whether a stake, pole or trellis is needed, optional or unnecessary.
- Growth speed: expected pace under suitable indoor conditions; use as a guide, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term indoor size under good conditions.
- Toxicity & safety: irritation, toxicity or physical hazards such as spines or bristles.
- Origin & habitat: native range, hybrid background or typical habitat where relevant.
- Outdoor growing: when a potted indoor plant can be placed outside and what outdoor protection it needs.
Pteris parkeri 'Albolineata'
Pteris parkeri 'Albolineata' is a variegated brake fern with upright green fronds marked by a pale central stripe. The striped fronds rise from a compact clump, with green tissue along the outer sections of each frond.
The stripe sits through the centre of each frond and remains the main visible pattern as new growth matures. Even moisture and an airy substrate help the clump produce fresh upright fronds.
Pteris parkeri 'Albolineata' profile
- Plant type: Variegated brake fern from the family Pteridaceae.
- Fronds: Upright green fronds with a pale white to silvery central stripe.
- Growth habit: Clumping fern growth from a compact base.
- Conditions: Bright indirect light, even moisture and an airy fern substrate.
- Crown: New fronds rise from the base and expand into the striped clump.
- Safety: Pteris ferns are generally considered non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
Striped fronds on Pteris parkeri 'Albolineata'
Pteris parkeri 'Albolineata' grows as a clumping fern. New fronds rise from the base and carry the pale stripe through the centre of the leaf surface, with green outer tissue on either side.
The fronds show moisture stress quickly. Dry substrate can cause crisping, while slow-draining wet soil can damage the roots and yellow the fronds. A light, airy fern mix gives the roots moisture without keeping them waterlogged.
Care for Pteris parkeri 'Albolineata'
- Light: Bright indirect light keeps the fronds compact while reducing scorch risk.
- Watering: Keep the substrate evenly lightly moist, with drainage after every watering.
- Humidity: Moderate to higher humidity helps new fronds expand cleanly.
- Temperature: Keep away from cold draughts and drying heat sources.
- Substrate: Use an airy fern mix with fine organic matter and mineral drainage.
- Pruning: Cut damaged or spent fronds at the base to keep the clump tidy.
- Repotting: Repot gently when the clump has filled the pot, keeping the crown level with the substrate.
Common issues with Pteris parkeri 'Albolineata'
- Crispy fronds: Dry substrate or very dry air can brown frond tips and edges.
- Yellowing: Wet, stagnant substrate can damage roots and yellow older fronds.
- Sun scorch: Harsh direct sun can bleach or mark the thin fern tissue.
- Pests: Aphids, mealybugs and scale can appear around frond bases and new growth.
- Leaf spots: Poor airflow around constantly wet foliage can increase spotting or rust-like marks.
Safety for Pteris parkeri 'Albolineata'
Pteris ferns are generally considered non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses. Keep the plant out of reach if pets chew foliage, as chewing can damage the tender crown and new fronds.
Botanical notes on Pteris parkeri 'Albolineata'
The genus name Pteris comes from the Greek word for wing or feather, referring to the feather-like structure of many fern fronds. Pteris cretica var. albolineata is a synonym of Pteris parkeri.
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