Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
inocephala
ID:
343580

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kuntze) T.Durand & B.D.Jacks.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Index Kew. Suppl. 1: 72. 1902 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342912

Common Names

  • Calathea Inocephala
  • Inocephala Calathea
  • Calathea Inocephala Plant

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Synonyms

  • Calathea inocephala (Kuntze) H.Kenn. & Nicolson [unknown]

Description

Calathea inocephala (also called 'Inocephala 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 inocephala 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 flower of Calathea inocephala 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 inocephala 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 inocephala

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

Calathea inocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calathea inocephala?

Calathea inocephala

What is the common name of Calathea inocephala?

Inocephala Calathea

What is the natural habitat of Calathea inocephala?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-223064: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Benjamin Daydon Jackson (1846-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.D.Jacks.' in the authors string.
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.