Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
rossii
ID:
343747

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lodd. ex Sweet) Körn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Gartenflora vii. 88 (1858).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000343079



Common Names

  • Rossii Calathea
  • Rossii Plant
  • Rossii Leaf


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Synonyms

  • Phrynium rossii Lodd. ex Sweet [unknown]

Description

Calathea rossii (also called Ross's Calathea, among many other common names) is a tropical evergreen perennial native to Brazil. It has deep green leaves with white stripes and grows best in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Calathea rossii is a popular ornamental plant used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Calathea rossii flower is a white, star-shaped bloom with yellow and purple accents. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calathea rossii is a terrestrial orchid species that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation is best done in well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months.

Where to Find Calathea rossii

Calathea rossii can be found in tropical rainforests in South America.

Calathea rossii FAQ

What type of soil is best for Calathea rossii?

Calathea rossii prefers a soil that is well-draining and rich in organic matter.

How much light does Calathea rossii need?

Calathea rossii prefers bright indirect light.

How often should I water Calathea rossii?

Calathea rossii should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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-223217: Based on the initial data import
Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.
Friedrich August Körnicke (1828-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Körn.' in the authors string.
Conrad Loddiges (1738-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lodd.' in the authors string.