Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
inscripta
ID:
835781

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.Bull) N.E.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Johnson's Gard. Dict. : 890 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835116



Common Names

  • Calathea inscripta
  • Inscribed Calathea
  • Calathea Inscripta


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Description

Calathea inscripta (also called Inscribed Calathea, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial flowering plant native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in a clumping pattern. It is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calathea inscripta is a plant species found in tropical regions of Asia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. Its leaves are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calathea inscripta has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers and small, round, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calathea inscripta is a tropical plant native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Calathea inscripta

Calathea inscripta is found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia.

Calathea inscripta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calathea inscripta?

Calathea inscripta

What is the common name of Calathea inscripta?

Calathea

What is the natural habitat of Calathea inscripta?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Calathea genus

Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua, Calathea regalis,

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372328: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
William Bull (1828-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Bull' in the authors string.