Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
popolucana
ID:
563592

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cast.-Campos, Vovides & Vázq.Torres

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Polibotánica 8: 14 (1998 publ. 1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562924



Common Names

  • Popolucana Stromanthe
  • Popolucana's Stromanthe
  • Popolucana Stromanthe


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Description

Stromanthe popolucana (also called Popoluca stromanthe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the marantaceae family. It is native to Mexico 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 popolucana 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 popolucana is large and white, with six petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

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

Where to Find Stromanthe popolucana

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

Stromanthe popolucana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stromanthe popolucana?

Stromanthe popolucana

What is the family of Stromanthe popolucana?

Marantaceae

What is the common name of Stromanthe popolucana?

Popoluca 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-267356: Based on the initial data import
Gonzalo Castillo-Campos (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cast.-Campos' in the authors string.
Andrés P. Vovides (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vovides' in the authors string.
Mario Vázquez Torres: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vázq.Torres' in the authors string.