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Ctenanthe oppenheimiana
Giant Bamburanta, Never Never Plant
| Family |
| Marantaceae |
| Genus |
| Ctenanthe |
| Species |
| oppenheimiana |
| Category |
| Tropicals |
| USDA Hardiness Zone |
| 10a-11 |
| Temperature (°C) |
| -2 to above 5 |
| Temperature (°F) |
| 30 to 40 |
| Height |
| 45-60 cm |
| Spread |
| 38-45 cm |
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Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
| Cultivation |
| Under glass grow in loam-based or loam-less potting compost in bright filtered light with high humidity, constant temperature and in draught-free conditions. Water freely when in growth and moderately in winter. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly when in growth. Repot annually in late spring or early summer |
| Growth |
| Medium |
| Pests |
| Generally disease free, mealybugs may be a problem |
| Habitat |
| Brazil |
| Leaf Description |
| Lance-shaped leaves heavily variegated with cream and silvery-green, light red beneath. |
| Propagation |
| Propagate by division. |
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