Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
affinis
ID:
1316873

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fenzl ex Regel) Borchs. & S.Suárez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329327



Common Names

  • Goeppertia Affinis
  • Related Goeppertia
  • Related Calathea


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Description

Goeppertia affinis (also called 'Goeppertia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Marantaceae family. It is a perennial herb native to Colombia, growing in forests and shrublands at elevations of 0-1000 m. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves, with white, fragrant flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Goeppertia affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its foliage and flower production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goeppertia affinis has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goeppertia affinis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub with clusters of small, white, daisy-like flowers. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. To propagate by cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from the stem and place it in a well-draining soil mix. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Goeppertia affinis

Goeppertia affinis is native to Mexico.

Goeppertia affinis FAQ

What is the common name of Goeppertia affinis?

Affinis Calathea

What type of plant is Goeppertia affinis?

Tropical evergreen perennial

Where is Goeppertia affinis native to?

Colombia, Ecuador, Peru

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

Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' 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.