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Inflorescence
The Calthea burle-marxii, Green Ice,
produces an oval, lime-green inflorescence resembling a basket
weave. Small, white flowers will peek from the bracts as they
mature.
The name "Calathea" of this genus
comes from the Greek word "kalathos", meaning a basket and probably
refers to the appearance of the flower heads of some species.
Calatheas do well in tropical and
subtropical climates where the winters are relatively warm. In
colder weather they must be cared for indoors close to a source of
natural light. Outdoors, it prefers partial shade and moist
humid conditions with well drained soil. It can tolerate full
sun in favorable soil and humidity conditions.
Calatheas belong in the plant family
Marantaceae, within the order of the
Zingiberales.
Please review the
Zingiberales Planting and Caring page for additional information.
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| Plant Characteristics |
Blooming
The Calthea burle-marxii, Green Ice is
a generous bloomer from Spring to Summer.
Height
The Green Ice is a medium sized plant and
reaches 3 to 5 ft. in height when planted in half-shade to shade.
Does well in medium containers and can spend some time indoors.
Very dramatic in any garden.
Habitat
Prefers partial shade. Moderately humid soil.
Cut Flower
The inflorescences grow in 1 to 2 ft. stalks straight from the
ground and are very easy to cut. The flower is very
long-lasting in a floral arrangement, and is very popular with
florists for its unique color.
This is a gardener-friendly plant and very easy to grow. In a
floral arrangement, just add some foliage and large red gingers and
enjoy for weeks.
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