Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
343558

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl. in Edwards

Source:
wcs

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 14: t. 1210 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342890

Common Names

  • Grandifolia Calathea
  • Grandifolia Plant
  • Grandifolia Leaf

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Synonyms

  • Maranta grandifolia A.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Phrynium grandifolium (Lindl.) Sweet [unknown]

Description

Calathea grandifolia (also called 'Grandifolia Calathea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Marantaceae family. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has large, oval-shaped leaves that are dark green on top and purple underneath, with a purple midrib.

Uses & Benefits

Calathea grandifolia is a popular houseplant due to its beautiful foliage. It is often used as a decorative plant in homes and offices. It is also known to purify the air and reduce stress levels.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Calathea grandifolia flower is a white or yellowish-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 grandifolia can be propagated from cuttings or division. When propagating from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting and place it in a well-draining potting mix. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant the divisions in a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Calathea grandifolia

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

Calathea grandifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calathea grandifolia?

Calathea grandifolia

What is the common name of Calathea grandifolia?

Large-Leaf Calathea

What is the natural habitat of Calathea grandifolia?

Tropical rainforest

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Sydenham Edwards (1768-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Edwards' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:328024-2: Based on the initial data import