| Common Name | Variegated Cretan Brake Fern |
| Family | Pteridaceae |
| Genus | Pteris |
| Species | Cretica |
| Variety | albolineata |
| Origin | Greece / Crete |
| Blooming | Non-flowering; reproduces via spores on frond undersides |
| Leaf Color | Green with white longitudinal stripes |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Indoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Rich peat moss mixed with perlite and coarse sand for aeration; keep moist but not waterlogged
Keep soil consistently moist during growing season; mist foliage regularly to increase humidity; reduce watering slightly in dormancy
Bright indirect light only; direct sun causes scorching of variegated leaves, tolerate low light in winter
Apply diluted liquid fertilizer monthly from April to September; avoid feeding in winter
Remove brown or damaged fronds at the base to encourage healthy new growth and maintain appearance
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