English Common Name: Star Calathea Chinese Name / 中文名: 暂无 (Zànwú), 蓝花蕉 (Lánhuājiāo) Other Local Name: Not known Family Name: Marantaceae Scientific Name: Calathea loeseneri Synonym: Not known Classification: Angiosperms (Flowering Plants) > Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants Division) > Zingiberales > Marantaceae (Arrowroot Family) > Calathea Origin: South America, Caribbean Growth Habit: Shrub Characteristic: A shrub that flowers throughout the year. Flower are purplish pink in color. Care Requirements: Prefers semi to full shade and lots of watering. Pictures Location: Singapore ![]() ![]() |