Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
annae
ID:
343443

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Kenn. & J.M.A.Braga

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 82(2): 96. 1997 [28 Nov 1997]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342775

Common Names

  • Calathea annae
  • Anne Calathea
  • Anne Plant

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Description

Calathea annae (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 annae 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 annae 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 annae 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 annae

Calathea annae can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Calathea annae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calathea annae?

Calathea annae

What is the common name of Calathea annae?

Anna's Calathea

What is the natural habitat of Calathea annae?

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-222941: Based on the initial data import
Helen Kennedy (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Kenn.' in the authors string.
João Marcelo Alvarenga Braga (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.A.Braga' in the authors string.