Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 48: 130 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000466594
Common Names
- Maranta Burchellii
- Burchellii Prayer Plant
- Rabbit's Foot
Description
Maranta burchellii (also called Burchell's Prayer Plant, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is characterized by its large, oval-shaped leaves with white and green stripes. It grows in moist, shady, and humid areas of tropical forests in South America.
Uses & Benefits
Maranta burchellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a pleasant aroma and can be used to make a herbal tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Maranta burchellii is a white to yellow color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round shape. The seedlings have a single, round, green leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Maranta burchellii is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, sunny spot and watered regularly.
Where to Find Maranta burchellii
Maranta burchellii can be found in tropical regions of South America, primarily in Brazil and Colombia.
Maranta burchellii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Maranta burchellii?
Maranta burchellii
What is the natural habitat of Maranta burchellii?
It is found in tropical rainforests in South America.
What type of soil does Maranta burchellii prefer?
It prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5.
Species in the Maranta genus
Maranta amazonica,
Maranta amplifolia,
Maranta anderssoniana,
Maranta arundinacea,
Maranta bracteosa,
Maranta burchellii,
Maranta cordata,
Maranta cristata,
Maranta cyclophylla,
Maranta divaricata,
Maranta foliosa,
Maranta friedrichsthallana,
Maranta furcata,
Maranta gibba,
Maranta hatschbachiana,
Maranta humilis,
Maranta incrassata,
Maranta leuconeura,
Maranta lindmanii,
Maranta linearis,
Maranta longipes,
Maranta longiscapa,
Maranta noctiflora,
Maranta parvifolia,
Maranta phrynioides,
Maranta pleiostachys,
Maranta pluriflora,
Maranta pohliana,
Maranta protracta,
Maranta pycnostachys,
Maranta ruiziana,
Maranta rupicola,
Maranta sobolifera,
Maranta subterranea,
Maranta tuberculata,
Maranta zingiberina,
Maranta longiflora,
Maranta coriacea,
Maranta pulchra,
Maranta rugosa,
Maranta bracteosa,
Maranta parvifolia,
Maranta polystachya,
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,