Zebrina

Calathea zebrina (Sims) Lindl.

ka-la-THEE-uh ze-BRY-nuh

(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). The specific epithet refers to the striped leaves.

Natural Range: Brazil

Recognition: Velvety bright green leaves with darker green pattern stripes

Landscape uses: Mass planting or interior container planting.