Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
macilenta
ID:
1317121

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Borchs. & S.Suárez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329575



Common Names

  • Macilenta
  • Goeppertia
  • Goeppertia Macilenta


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Description

Goeppertia macilenta (also called the slender 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 macilenta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in moist, shady areas. It is also used to stabilize soil and control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goeppertia macilenta has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goeppertia macilenta is a tropical plant that prefers a warm, humid climate and does best in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division of the rhizomes. It is a slow-growing plant and can reach heights of up to 2 feet.

Where to Find Goeppertia macilenta

Goeppertia macilenta is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the wild in the tropical forests of the region.

Goeppertia macilenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goeppertia macilenta?

Goeppertia macilenta

What type of plant is Goeppertia macilenta?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae.

Where is Goeppertia macilenta native to?

Goeppertia macilenta 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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' 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.