Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
loeseneri
ID:
1305262

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.F.Macbr.) Borchs. & S.Suárez

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317716



Common Names

  • Goeppertia loeseneri
  • Loeseneri Goeppertia
  • Loeseneri Star Orchid


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Description

Goeppertia loeseneri (also called Loeseneri, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil. It typically grows in dry forests and woodlands, as well as in disturbed areas. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with a pointed tip and entire margins.

Uses & Benefits

Goeppertia loeseneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goeppertia loeseneri has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings have ovate leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goeppertia loeseneri is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It requires regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Goeppertia loeseneri

Goeppertia loeseneri is found in Brazil.

Goeppertia loeseneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goeppertia loeseneri?

Goeppertia loeseneri

What is the common name of Goeppertia loeseneri?

Loesener's Palm

Where is Goeppertia loeseneri native to?

Brazil

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

James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' 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.