Rufibarba

Rufibarba Calathea

Calathea rufibarba Fenzl.

ka-lay-THEE-ah rufi-BAR-ba

(Pronunciation note: Although some sources use the pronunciation ka-LAY-the-ah, STD, who we take to be the ultimate authority, uses ka-la-THEE-ah)

Marantaceae

Explanation of name: The generic name comes from Greek kalathos, for basket.  The specific epithet means rusty-bearded.

Natural Range:  Brazil (DAV)

Recognition: Grown for foliage. The leaf is rippled with a fuzzy texture having a purple underside. Yellow flowers found in lower part of plant

Landscape uses: Used in interiorscaping and outside in a shaded, protected area.