Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
kummeriana
ID:
365913

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eichl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Akad. Wiss. Berlin 1884: 84 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365245



Common Names

  • Ctenanthe Kummeriana
  • Kummeriana Prayer Plant
  • Silver Ripple Prayer Plant


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Synonyms

  • Maranta kummeriana E.Morren [unknown]

Description

Ctenanthe kummeriana (also called Calathea kummeriana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Marantaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical rainforests, where it grows in the understory.

Uses & Benefits

Ctenanthe kummeriana is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock, and its leaves can be used as a source of medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ctenanthe kummeriana is white and tubular. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ctenanthe kummeriana is a fast-growing evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Ctenanthe kummeriana

Ctenanthe kummeriana is native to Brazil and is found in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.

Ctenanthe kummeriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ctenanthe kummeriana?

Ctenanthe kummeriana

What is the common name of Ctenanthe kummeriana?

Kummer's Calathea

Where is Ctenanthe kummeriana found?

Ctenanthe kummeriana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and South America.

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,