Ctenanthe | |
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Ctenanthe oppenheimiana | |
Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
(unranked): | Angiosperms |
(unranked): | Monocots |
(unranked): | Commelinids |
Order: | Zingiberales |
Family: | Marantaceae |
Genus: | Ctenanthe Eichler |
Species | |
Among others: |
Ctenanthe is a genus of plant of family Marantaceae. They are evergreen perennials, mainly from brazil, grown for their attractive foliage. Two species, C. lubbersiana and C. oppenheimiana are commonly sold as houseplants.