Ctenanthe ericae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ericae
ID:
365899
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Andersson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 32(224): 182 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365231
Common Names
- Ctenanthe Ericae
- Ericae Prayer Plant
- Silver Ripple Prayer Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ctenanthe ericae (also called Erica's 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 ericae 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 ericae is white and tubular. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ctenanthe ericae 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 ericae
Ctenanthe ericae is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the wild in areas such as Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Ctenanthe ericae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ctenanthe ericae?
Ctenanthe ericae
What is the common name of Ctenanthe ericae?
Erica's Ctenanthe
Where does Ctenanthe ericae grow?
Ctenanthe ericae is found in tropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Species in the Ctenanthe genus
Ctenanthe amabilis, Ctenanthe amphiandina, Ctenanthe burle-marxii, Ctenanthe casupoides, Ctenanthe compressa, Ctenanthe dasycarpa, Ctenanthe ericae, Ctenanthe glabra, Ctenanthe kummeriana, Ctenanthe lanceolata, Ctenanthe lubbersiana, Ctenanthe muelleri, Ctenanthe oppenheimiana, Ctenanthe setosa, Ctenanthe marantifolia,
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-235158: Based on the initial data import
Lennart Andersson (1948-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Andersson' in the authors string.