Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
thalia
ID:
563705

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) J.M.A.Braga

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Eugeniana 21: 23. 1995 [1994-95 publ. 1995]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000563037



Common Names

  • Thalia Stromanthe
  • Thalia Prayer Plant
  • Thalia Stromanthe Plant


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Synonyms

  • Heliconia thalia Vell. [unknown]
  • Maranta sanguinea hort. ex Planch. [unknown]
  • Maranta spectabilis Körn. [unknown]
  • Phrynium sanguineum Hook. [unknown]
  • Stromanthe sanguinea Sond. [unknown]
  • Stromanthe sanguinea spectabilis (Lem.) Voss [unknown]
  • Stromanthe spectabilis Lem. [unknown]
  • Thalia sanguinea Lem. [unknown]
  • Thalia spectabilis Lem. [unknown]

Description

Stromanthe thalia (also called Thalia stromanthe, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in sunny or partially shaded areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stromanthe thalia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a dense, compact habit and produces yellow flowers in spring. The leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stromanthe thalia is a white or pinkish-white, tubular corolla with five lobes. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stromanthe thalia is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in partial shade in well-drained soil. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or screen. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Stromanthe thalia

Stromanthe thalia can be found in the tropical regions of Brazil.

Stromanthe thalia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stromanthe thalia?

Stromanthe thalia

What is the common name of Stromanthe thalia?

Thalia Stromanthe

What is the natural habitat of Stromanthe thalia?

It is native to tropical regions 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-267367: Based on the initial data import
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
João Marcelo Alvarenga Braga (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.A.Braga' in the authors string.