Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
pluriflora
ID:
563581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Petersen ex Warm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
in Vidensk. Meddel. naturh. Foren. (1889) 335 (Symb. fl. Bras. centr. xxxi.905).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562913



Common Names

  • Pluriflora Stromanthe
  • Many-flowered Stromanthe
  • Pluriflora's Stromanthe


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Description

Stromanthe pluriflora (also called many-flowered stromanthe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the marantaceae family. It is native to Central and South America and grows in rainforests and other humid tropical habitats. It has a shrub-like growth habit, with bright green leaves and white and pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Stromanthe pluriflora is a popular houseplant that is known for its striking foliage. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It can also be used to create a natural privacy screen or as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stromanthe pluriflora is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stromanthe pluriflora is a tropical plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation can be done by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Stromanthe pluriflora

Stromanthe pluriflora can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Stromanthe pluriflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stromanthe pluriflora?

Stromanthe pluriflora

What is the family of Stromanthe pluriflora?

Marantaceae

What is the common name of Stromanthe pluriflora?

Many-flowered stromanthe

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-267355: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Eugenius Bülow Warming (1841-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warm.' in the authors string.
Otto Georg Petersen (1847-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petersen' in the authors string.