Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Kenn.) Borchs. & S.Suárez
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 632 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329574
Common Names
- Maasiorum
- Goeppertia
- Goeppertia Maasiorum
Description
Goeppertia maasiorum (also called the Maas' goeppertia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to Central and South America. It has a thin, branching stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is typically found growing in moist, sunny areas, such as riverbanks and wetlands.
Uses & Benefits
Goeppertia maasiorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Goeppertia maasiorum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are round and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Goeppertia maasiorum is a tropical plant that can be grown in a variety of climates. It prefers a warm, humid climate and does best in partial shade. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division of the rhizomes. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach heights of up to 4 feet.
Where to Find Goeppertia maasiorum
Goeppertia maasiorum is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the wild in the tropical forests of the region.
Goeppertia maasiorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Goeppertia maasiorum?
Goeppertia maasiorum
What type of plant is Goeppertia maasiorum?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae.
Where is Goeppertia maasiorum native to?
Goeppertia maasiorum is native to Colombia.
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
Stella Suárez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Suárez' in the authors string.