Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
aemula
ID:
1305352

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Körn.) Borchs. & S.Suárez

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 628 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317806



Common Names

  • Goeppertia aemula
  • Aemula Goeppertia
  • Goeppertia


Searching for Goeppertia aemula? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Goeppertia aemula (also called Calathea aemula, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical Americas. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves with a green upper surface and a purple underside. It grows in moist forests, along streams, and in other damp habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Goeppertia aemula is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract butterflies and birds. The plant can also be used as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goeppertia aemula has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, slender leaves.

Searching for Goeppertia aemula? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Goeppertia aemula is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central and South America. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Goeppertia aemula

Goeppertia aemula can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Goeppertia aemula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goeppertia aemula?

Goeppertia aemula

What is the common name of Goeppertia aemula?

Aemula Calathea

What is the natural habitat of Goeppertia aemula?

Tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Goeppertia genus

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

References

Friedrich August Körnicke (1828-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Körn.' in the authors string.
Finn Borchsenius (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borchs.' in the authors string.
Stella Suárez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Suárez' in the authors string.