Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
casupoides
ID:
365870

Status:
valid

Authors:
Petersen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(3): 162 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365202

Common Names

  • Ctenanthe casupoides
  • Casupoides Ctenanthe
  • Ctenanthe casupoides

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Synonyms

  • Ctenanthe casupoides casupoides [unknown]

Description

Ctenanthe casupoides (also called Casupo Prayer Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. It is native to Brazil, and is found in tropical rainforests. It is an evergreen perennial with lance-shaped leaves that are mottled with silver and green, and has white to pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ctenanthe casupoides is a popular houseplant, used for its attractive foliage and easy-care nature. It can be used as a ground cover, in containers, or as a specimen plant. It is also used in hanging baskets and as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ctenanthe casupoides has small, white flowers with five petals. The seedpod is long and thin, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ctenanthe casupoides is a perennial plant that is propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water regularly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Ctenanthe casupoides

Ctenanthe casupoides is native to South America.

Ctenanthe casupoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ctenanthe casupoides?

Ctenanthe casupoides

What is the common name of Ctenanthe casupoides?

Casupoides Calathea

Where is Ctenanthe casupoides found?

Ctenanthe casupoides is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and South America.

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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