Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
leuconeura
ID:
467847

Status:
valid

Authors:
É.Morren

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Ann. Hort. Belge Étrangère 24: 323 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467179



Common Names

  • Maranta leuconeura
  • Leuconeura Maranta
  • Maranta Leuconeura


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Synonyms

  • Calathea leuconeura (É.Morren) N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Calathea massangeana É.Morren ex L.Gentil [unknown]
  • Maranta depressa É.Morren [unknown]
  • Maranta fascinator L.Linden & Rodigas [unknown]
  • Maranta kerchoviana É.Morren [unknown]
  • Maranta leuconeura erythroneura G.S.Bunting [unknown]
  • Maranta leuconeura kerchoveana Petersen [unknown]
  • Maranta leuconeura massangeana É.Morren ex Planch. [unknown]
  • Maranta massangeana É.Morren [unknown]
  • Maranta leuconeura leuconeura [unknown]

Description

Maranta leuconeura (also called Prayer Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. It is a perennial herb with a creeping habit, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Brazil, where it is found in tropical rainforests. It is found in shady, moist, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Maranta leuconeura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maranta leuconeura has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maranta leuconeura is a herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in pots or in the ground. When planting in the ground, it is best to use a light, well-draining soil mix. When planting in pots, use a potting mix that is light and well-draining. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. This plant is not frost tolerant.

Where to Find Maranta leuconeura

Maranta leuconeura is found in tropical Central and South America.

Maranta leuconeura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maranta leuconeura?

Maranta leuconeura

What is the family of Maranta leuconeura?

Marantaceae

Where is Maranta leuconeura native to?

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,