Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
leucostachys
ID:
1317022

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Borchs. & S.Suárez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 632 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329476



Common Names

  • Goeppertia leucostachys
  • Goeppertia Leucostachys
  • Goeppertia Leucostachys


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Description

Goeppertia leucostachys (also called Leucostachys, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It is found in wet and dry forests, and in open areas. It has a sprawling habit, and its leaves are long and narrow, with a pointed tip. Its flowers are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Goeppertia leucostachys is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used in gardens to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goeppertia leucostachys 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 leucostachys 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 leucostachys

Goeppertia leucostachys is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It is found in dry scrub and grasslands at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.

Goeppertia leucostachys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goeppertia leucostachys?

Goeppertia leucostachys

What is the common name of Goeppertia leucostachys?

White-spiked Calathea

What is the natural habitat of Goeppertia leucostachys?

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' 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.