Undulate Calathea

Calathea undulata Regel

ka-la-THEE-ah  un-dew-LAY-tah

(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: Calathea comes from Greek kalathos for basket (STD). Undulata means wavelike (undulate) leaves.

Natural Range: Peru, Brazil 

Recognition: Dark green undulating leaves (with broad waves) having deep purple undersides. Veining is silver, usually with a narrow light band running up the center of the blade. Small white flowers

Landscape uses: Interior or shaded, protected exterior landscaping.