Lubbersiana Ctenanthe

Ctenanthe lubbersiana Eichler ex Petersen

tee-NANTH-ee lub-er-see-AH-nuh

Marantaceae

Explanation of name: Ctenanthe Greek kteis, comb, and anthos, flower.  Specific epithet for C. Lubbers.

Natural Range: Brazil 

Recognition: Leaves evergreen, oblong, smooth-textured, patterned irregularly with bands of yellow & green and having pale green undersides. Small white flowers on one- sided spikes produced intermittently

Landscape uses: Interior or shade-protected exterior landscaping. Suitable for bogs and water gardens