Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
1305399

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Körn.) Borchs. & S.Suárez

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 629 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317853



Common Names

  • Goeppertia angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Goeppertia
  • Goeppertia


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Description

Goeppertia angustifolia (also called Calathea angustifolia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical Americas. It has 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 angustifolia is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goeppertia angustifolia has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goeppertia angustifolia is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be watered regularly and kept in a warm, bright location until they are well-rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.

Where to Find Goeppertia angustifolia

Goeppertia angustifolia is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil. It can be found in the states of Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Paraná.

Goeppertia angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goeppertia angustifolia?

Goeppertia angustifolia

What is the common name of Goeppertia angustifolia?

Narrow-Leaved Calathea

What is the natural habitat of Goeppertia angustifolia?

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.