Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
brenesii
ID:
343468

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 18: 192 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342800

Common Names

  • Calathea brenesii
  • Brenesii Calathea
  • Brenesii Plant

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Description

Calathea brenesii (also called 'Brenes' Calathea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Marantaceae family. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama, and it typically grows in shady, moist areas. It has large, oval-shaped leaves that are dark green on top and purple underneath, with a purple midrib.

Uses & Benefits

Calathea brenesii is a popular ornamental plant, often used as a ground cover in gardens. Its leaves are also used in floral arrangements. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin conditions, digestive problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Calathea brenesii flower is a white, yellow or pinkish-white color with a yellow center. The seed is an ovoid shape, light brown in color and has a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a white or yellowish-white color on the underside of the leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calathea brenesii 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 brenesii

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

Calathea brenesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calathea brenesii?

Calathea brenesii

What is the common name of Calathea brenesii?

Brenes' Calathea

What is the natural habitat of Calathea brenesii?

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,

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