Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
glabra
ID:
365904

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Körn.) Eichler

Source:
wcs

Year:
1884

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365236



Common Names

  • Ctenanthe Glabra
  • Glabra Prayer Plant
  • Silver Ripple Prayer Plant


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Synonyms

  • Maranta glabra Körn. [unknown]

Description

Ctenanthe glabra (also called Glabra Calathea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ctenanthe glabra 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 glabra is white and tubular. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ctenanthe glabra 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 glabra

Ctenanthe glabra is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the wild in areas such as Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Ctenanthe glabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ctenanthe glabra?

Ctenanthe glabra

What is the common name of Ctenanthe glabra?

Smooth Ctenanthe

Where does Ctenanthe glabra grow?

Ctenanthe glabra 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-235159: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich August Körnicke (1828-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Körn.' in the authors string.
August W. Eichler (1839-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eichler' in the authors string.