Found 2 items, similar to maranta.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: maranta maranta n : any of numerous herbs of the genus Maranta having tuberous starchy roots and large sheathing leaves
English → English (gcide) Definition: Maranta Maranta \Ma*ran"ta\, prop. n. [NL.] (Bot.) A genus of endogenous plants found in tropical America, and some species also in India. They have tuberous roots containing a large amount of starch, and from one species (Maranta arundinacea, the American arrowroot or obedience plant) arrowroot (arrowroot starch) is obtained. Many kinds are cultivated for ornament. [1913 Webster]