Maranta arundinacea
Arrowroot
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Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) - Description
Marantaarundinacea, also known as arrowroot maranta West Indian arrowroot, obedience plant, Bermuda arrowroot, araru, ararao or hulankeeriya, is a large, perennial herb found in rainforest habitats. It is cultivated for a starch obtained from the rhizomes (rootstock), which is called arrowroot. The name 'Arrowroot' lead many ayurveda doctors to use root stock of this plant instead of Curcuma angustifolia ("tikhur" in Hindi,"Koova" in Malayalam) a precious medicinal plant.
Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) - Blooming
Insignificant white flowers. The foliage is unusual, with detailed patterns and different midrib, vein, and underside colors.
Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) - Growth
Dark green, satiny foliage, with light green and brown-black markings and silver or red veins. Ground cover in tropical gardens. During the day, the 5 inch long leave lie flat, but they fold toward the center at night. Grows best in partial-deep shade.
Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) - Planting
Sow seeds when ripe at 55-64°F (13-18°C). Can also propagate by division and basal cuttings in spring.
Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) - Pest
Bud mites, spider mites, and mealybugs. Other issues include leaf spots and cucumber mosaic virus, both of which are quite common.
Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) - Interesting facts
Maranta is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. At night, the leaves fold closed, remeniscent of hands in prayer.
Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) - Soil and irrigation
Rich and fast-draining soil outdoors. Indoors keep soil moist during growing season, using humidifier to keep air moist and keep night temperature above 55°F (12°C).
