Pteris sp.
Brake, Brake
Family: Pteridaceae · Type: Perennial · Not Native
Pteris sp. (Brake) is a non-native California perennial in the Pteridaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Woodwardia: Pteris has continuous spore lines along veins; Woodwardia has chain-like rows of spore cases.; vs Chlorophytum: Pteris is a fern; Chlorophytum is a flowering plant with grass-like leaves and white flowers.; vs Agapanthus: Pteris is a fern with divided fronds; Agapanthus has strap-like leaves and blue/white flower clusters.; vs Phoenix: Pteris has soft fern fronds; Phoenix is a palm with stiff, spiny-based leaflets.; vs Polystichum: Pteris has thick brown/green stems and no scales; Polystichum has thin stems with brown scales.
Frequently asked questions
Is Pteris sp. native to California?
No. Pteris sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Pteris sp. belong to?
Pteris sp. is in the Pteridaceae family, genus Pteris.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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