Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
elliptica
ID:
1316987

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roscoe) Borchs. & S.Suárez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 630 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329441



Common Names

  • Elliptica Palm
  • Goeppertia elliptica
  • Goeppertia elliptica Palm


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Description

Goeppertia elliptica (also called Parlor Palm, Neanthe Bella Palm, or Parlour Palm, among many other common names) is a small, slow-growing palm tree with a single trunk and a clumping habit. It has feathery, light green fronds that are divided into many leaflets. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is commonly found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Goeppertia elliptica is an ornamental plant, often used as a groundcover in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a living mulch.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goeppertia elliptica has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goeppertia elliptica is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It can be propagated by division or by stem cuttings. Division is best done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Stem cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be placed in a moist soil mix. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Goeppertia elliptica

Goeppertia elliptica can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Goeppertia elliptica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goeppertia elliptica?

Goeppertia elliptica

What is the natural habitat of Goeppertia elliptica?

It is found in moist forests, along streams, and on wet rocks in Costa Rica.

What type of plant is Goeppertia elliptica?

Goeppertia elliptica is a herbaceous perennial plant.

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

Finn Borchsenius (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borchs.' in the authors string.
William Roscoe (1753-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roscoe' in the authors string.
Stella Suárez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Suárez' in the authors string.