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Giant Bamburanta (Ctenanthe oppenheimiana)

Giant Bamburanta (Ctenanthe oppenheimiana) is a striking tropical plant with long, lance-shaped leaves featuring vibrant green tops and deep burgundy undersides, adding dramatic color to indoor spaces.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

A well-draining potting mix is essential. A blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost works well. Ensure the pot has drainage holes to prevent root rot.

Temperature

Average room temperatures.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light.

Avoid direct sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Water when top inch is dry.

Soil

A well-draining potting mix is essential. A blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost works well. Ensure the pot has drainage holes to prevent root rot.

Temperature

Average room temperatures.

Avoid cold drafts.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.6-1 m

Spread

0.6-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Burgundy

Leaf Type

Lanceolate

Optimal Sunlight Lux

5000

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Synonyms
Calathea oppenheimiana É.Morren
Maranta herderiana Regel
Maranta oppenheimiana (É.Morren) Petersen
Phyllodes oppenheimiana (É.Morren) Kuntze
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderZingiberales
  • familyMarantaceae
  • genusCtenanthe
  • speciesCtenanthe oppenheimiana
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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