Marantaceae

  • Family

    Marantaceae (Magnoliophyta)

  • Scientific Name

    Marantaceae

  • Common Names

    Prayer-Plant Family

  • Description

    Number of genera: 31

    Number of species: 450

    Distribution (from PLANTAE): This family has a pantropical distribution but with a clear Neotropical concentration. Its members are terrestrial and grow in tropical rain forest margins and in clearings. Some require moist or swampy habitats.

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