Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
macrochlamys
ID:
563548

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Woodson & Standl.) H.Kenn. & Nicolson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39(1): 139. 1987

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562880



Common Names

  • Macrochlamys Stromanthe
  • Macrochlamys Prayer Plant
  • Prayer Plant


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Synonyms

  • Calathea macrochlamys Woodson & Standl. [unknown]

Description

Stromanthe macrochlamys (also called Large-flowered Stromanthe, among many other common names) is a tropical evergreen plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It has green and white variegated leaves and pink and white flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests and humid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stromanthe macrochlamys is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stromanthe macrochlamys has white and pink flowers, small black seeds and seedlings that are dark green and have spines.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stromanthe macrochlamys is a tropical plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a potting mix. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Stromanthe macrochlamys

Stromanthe macrochlamys can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Stromanthe macrochlamys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stromanthe macrochlamys?

Stromanthe macrochlamys

What is the common name of Stromanthe macrochlamys?

Large-bracted Stromanthe

What is the natural habitat of Stromanthe macrochlamys?

It is native to tropical rainforests of 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-267352: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Dan Henry Nicolson (1933-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nicolson' in the authors string.
Robert Everard Woodson (1904-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woodson' in the authors string.
Helen Kennedy (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Kenn.' in the authors string.