Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
oppenheimiana
ID:
365951

Status:
valid

Authors:
(É.Morren) K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 48: 153 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365283

Common Names

  • Ctenanthe Oppenheimiana
  • Never-Never Plant
  • Fishbone Prayer Plant

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Synonyms

  • Calathea oppenheimiana É.Morren [unknown]
  • Maranta herderiana Regel [unknown]
  • Maranta oppenheimiana hort. ex Petersen [unknown]
  • Phyllodes oppenheimiana (É.Morren) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ctenanthe oppenheimiana (also called Fishbone Prayer Plant, Grey Star, and Never-Never Plant, among many other common names) is a tropical perennial plant native to Brazil and Argentina. It has long, narrow, pointed leaves with a unique pattern of light and dark green stripes. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soil. It is often grown as a houseplant.

Uses & Benefits

Ctenanthe oppenheimiana is used for its ornamental value, as it is a popular houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ctenanthe oppenheimiana are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ctenanthe oppenheimiana is an evergreen perennial that grows to a height of 1 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seedbed. Divisions should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Ctenanthe oppenheimiana

Ctenanthe oppenheimiana can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil.

Ctenanthe oppenheimiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ctenanthe oppenheimiana?

Ctenanthe oppenheimiana

What is the common name of Ctenanthe oppenheimiana?

Never Never Plant

What is the natural habitat of Ctenanthe oppenheimiana?

Tropical rainforests of 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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