Ctenanthe amabilis
Ctenanthe amabilis (É.Morren) H.Kenn. & Nicolson
Ctenanthe amabilis is a flowering plant species in the Marantaceae family, native to Brazil and introduced to Costa Rica. It was published in 1987 and has been recognized with the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit for its ornamental value in subtropical hothouse settings.
Description
Ctenanthe amabilis, known as the beautiful ctenanthe, is part of the Marantaceae family and is native to Brazil. It has been introduced to Costa Rica and is cultivated as an ornamental plant in subtropical hothouses. The species was formally described in 1987 and has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit for its horticultural qualities.
Distribution
BR · Brazil Southeast · Costa Rica
Synonyms
Stromanthe amabilis
