Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
gibba
ID:
467525

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm. in Rees

Source:
wcs

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Cycl. 22: n.º 2 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000466857



Common Names

  • Maranta gibba
  • Humped Maranta
  • Humped Maranta Plant


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Synonyms

  • Maranta divaricata major K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Maranta pubescens Klotzsch [unknown]

Description

Maranta gibba (also called Humped Maranta, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It grows in moist, shady environments in rainforests. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Maranta gibba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maranta gibba is a small, white or yellowish-white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maranta gibba can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Maranta gibba

Maranta gibba is native to tropical South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests and moist areas.

Maranta gibba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maranta gibba?

Maranta gibba

What is the common name of Maranta gibba?

Humpback Maranta

What is the natural habitat of Maranta gibba?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Maranta genus

Maranta amazonica, Maranta amplifolia, Maranta anderssoniana, Maranta arundinacea, Maranta bracteosa, Maranta burchellii, Maranta cordata, Maranta cristata, Maranta cyclophylla, Maranta divaricata, Maranta foliosa, Maranta friedrichsthallana, Maranta furcata, Maranta gibba, Maranta hatschbachiana, Maranta humilis, Maranta incrassata, Maranta leuconeura, Maranta lindmanii, Maranta linearis, Maranta longipes, Maranta longiscapa, Maranta noctiflora, Maranta parvifolia, Maranta phrynioides, Maranta pleiostachys, Maranta pluriflora, Maranta pohliana, Maranta protracta, Maranta pycnostachys, Maranta ruiziana, Maranta rupicola, Maranta sobolifera, Maranta subterranea, Maranta tuberculata, Maranta zingiberina, Maranta longiflora, Maranta coriacea, Maranta pulchra, Maranta rugosa, Maranta bracteosa, Maranta parvifolia, Maranta polystachya,

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

James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.
Abraham Rees (1743-1825): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rees' in the authors string.