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Ladder brake

Pteris vittata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Polypodiopsida ›Order: Polypodiales ›Family: Pteridaceae ›Genus: Pteris

About

Pteris vittata, commonly known variously as the Chinese brake, Chinese ladder brake, or simply ladder brake, is a fern species in the Pteridoideae subfamily of the Pteridaceae. It is indigenous to Asia, southern Europe, tropical Africa and Australia. The type specimen was collected in China by Pehr Osbeck.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ladder brake?
The scientific name of Ladder brake is Pteris vittata.
What is the conservation status of Ladder brake?
The Ladder brake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Ladder brake belong to?
Ladder brake belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Ladder brake belong to?
Ladder brake belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Ladder brake belong to?
Ladder brake belongs to the class Polypodiopsida.
What order does Ladder brake belong to?
Ladder brake belongs to the order Polypodiales.
What family does Ladder brake belong to?
Ladder brake belongs to the family Pteridaceae.
What genus does Ladder brake belong to?
Ladder brake belongs to the genus Pteris.