General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F)
Plant Height: 2-3 feet
Plant Spread: 3-4 feet
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Evergreen
Other: Dark green with irregular splashes of bright yellow.
Underground structures: Rhizome
Suitable Locations: Houseplant
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Propagation: Other methods: Division
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Botanical names
  • Accepted: Ctenanthe marantifolia
  • Synonym: Ctenanthe pilosa

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Location: At a Salt Lake City nursery
Date: 2011-11-22
Location: At a Salt Lake City nursery
Date: 2011-11-22

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