Family Cannaceae refers to a family of plants that has a variety of stunning flowers. They are typically found in tropical regions and are popularly used for decoration purposes. There are several synonyms for Family Cannaceae, including the Canna family, which is named after the most popular plant species of the Cannaceae family, the Canna Lily. Additionally, Family Cannaceae is sometimes referred to as the Indian Shot family, due to the way the seeds in the plants resemble shotgun pellets. Other synonyms for Family Cannaceae include the Maranta family, due to the plants' leaves' striking similarity to those of the Maranta species, and the Arrowroot family, as it is sometimes used to create arrowroot starch.