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zebraplant
Scientific Name: Calathea zebrina
Family: Marantaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa)
The Zebra Plant, scientifically known as Aphelandra squarrosa, is a striking houseplant prized for its bold foliage and, occasionally, its vibrant flowers.
Considerations for Pets
- Some plants referred to as "Zebra Plant" are succulents in the genus Haworthia. These plants may have sharp points.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Aphelandra squarrosa
- Common Name: Zebra Plant
- Family: Acanthaceae
- Plant Type: Broadleaf shrub
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Brazil, specifically the Atlantic Forest.
- In its natural habitat, it grows as an upright shrub.
Morphology and Growth Habits
- Grows up to 6 feet tall in its native tropical habitat.
- Characterized by exotic, emerald green leaves with dramatic white or silvery veins, giving it a striped appearance.
- Primarily grown for its foliage, but it can produce yellow flowers, typically in the fall.
Cultivation and Care
- Grows well indoors when provided with the correct care and conditions.
- Requires lots of indirect sunlight.
- Primarily grown as a potted plant.
Quirky Facts
- While prized as a foliage plant, the *Aphelandra squarrosa* can be used as a flowering indoor plant.
- Due to its somewhat temperamental nature and specific needs, it's considered relatively uncommon in nurseries and greenhouses, adding to its appeal as a unique find.