Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
anderssonii
ID:
343441

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Kenn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Canad. J. Bot. 63: 1145 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342773

Common Names

  • Calathea anderssonii
  • Anderssonii Calathea
  • Anderssonii Plant

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Description

Calathea anderssonii (also called Prayer Plant, among many other common names) is a species of prayer plant native to Brazil. It is an evergreen perennial, growing to a height of up to 30 cm, and is found in moist forests and grasslands. The leaves are oval-shaped and patterned with stripes and spots.

Uses & Benefits

Calathea anderssonii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of conditions and is an attractive addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calathea anderssonii is a white to yellow, with a red center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, dark green, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calathea anderssonii can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade to full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two to three months.

Where to Find Calathea anderssonii

Calathea anderssonii can be found in tropical regions of South America, such as Brazil and Peru.

Calathea anderssonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calathea anderssonii?

Calathea anderssonii

What is the common name of Calathea anderssonii?

Andersson's Calathea

What is the natural habitat of Calathea anderssonii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of South America.

Species in the Calathea genus

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, Calathea regalis,

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-222939: Based on the initial data import
Helen Kennedy (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Kenn.' in the authors string.