Calathea striata

Calathea striata belongs to the genus Calathea within the Marantaceae family, commonly known as the prayer plant family. This species is distributed across the Amazonas, Caquetá, Putumayo, and Vaupés regions in Brazil, Colombia, and Ecuador. The scientific name was formally published in 1988 by H.Kenn., establishing its taxonomic recognition. As part of the Marantaceae, it shares characteristics typical of the family, such as ornamental foliage and a preference for tropical environments.