Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
lasiophylla
ID:
1317016

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Kenn.) Borchs. & S.Suárez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 631 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329470



Common Names

  • Goeppertia lasiophylla
  • Goeppertia Lasiophylla
  • Goeppertia Lasiophylla


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Description

Goeppertia lasiophylla (also called lasiophylla goeppertia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. It is a small herbaceous perennial with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found growing in tropical rainforests and cloud forests at elevations of 500–2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Goeppertia lasiophylla 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 lasiophylla has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goeppertia lasiophylla is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. Propagation is best done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 20°C (68°F). Division of the clumps can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Goeppertia lasiophylla

Goeppertia lasiophylla is native to the cloud forests of Costa Rica.

Goeppertia lasiophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goeppertia lasiophylla?

Goeppertia lasiophylla

What is the common name of Goeppertia lasiophylla?

Lasiophylla Calathea

What is the natural habitat of Goeppertia lasiophylla?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and 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

Finn Borchsenius (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borchs.' in the authors string.
Helen Kennedy (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Kenn.' in the authors string.
Stella Suárez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Suárez' in the authors string.