Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
compressa
ID:
365878

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Dietr.) Eichler

Source:
wcs

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Akad. Wiss. Berlin 1884: 83 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365210



Common Names

  • Ctenanthe Compressa
  • Compressa Prayer Plant
  • Compact Prayer Plant


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Synonyms

  • Calathea pilosa Rusby [unknown]
  • Ctenanthe compressa luschnathiana K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Ctenanthe luschnathiana (Regel & Körn.) Eichler [unknown]
  • Maranta compressa A.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Maranta luschnathiana Regel & Körn. [unknown]
  • Maranta selloi hort. ex Körn. [unknown]
  • Phacelophrynium exorbitans K.Larsen [unknown]
  • Phrynium compressum (A.Dietr.) K.Koch [unknown]
  • Phrynium luschnathiana (Regel & Körn.) K.Koch [unknown]
  • Thalia luschnathiana K.Koch ex Horan. [unknown]
  • Thalia selloi K.Koch [unknown]
  • Goeppertia pilosa (Rusby) Borchs. & S.Suárez [unknown]
  • Ctenanthe luschnathiana compressa (A.Dietr.) Petersen [illegitimate]

Description

Ctenanthe compressa (also called Compressed Prayer Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. It is native to Brazil, and is found in tropical rainforests. It is an evergreen perennial with lance-shaped leaves that are mottled with silver and green, and has white to pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ctenanthe compressa is a popular houseplant, used for its attractive foliage and easy-care nature. It can be used as a ground cover, in containers, or as a specimen plant. It is also used in hanging baskets and as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ctenanthe compressa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ctenanthe compressa is an evergreen perennial that grows to a height of 1 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seedbed. Divisions should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Ctenanthe compressa

Ctenanthe compressa is native to South America.

Ctenanthe compressa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ctenanthe compressa?

Ctenanthe compressa

What is the common name of Ctenanthe compressa?

Compressed Ctenanthe

Where does Ctenanthe compressa grow?

Ctenanthe compressa is found in tropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

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-235155: Based on the initial data import
Albert Gottfried Dietrich (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Dietr.' in the authors string.
August W. Eichler (1839-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eichler' in the authors string.