Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
mediopicta
ID:
1305302

Status:
valid

Authors:
(É.Morren) Borchs. & S.Suárez

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317756



Common Names

  • Goeppertia mediopicta
  • Half-painted Goeppertia
  • Goeppertia mediopicta


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Description

Goeppertia mediopicta (also called Mediopicta Palm, among many other common names) is a perennial palm with a single trunk and a crown of pinnate leaves. It is native to Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador, and is found in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Goeppertia mediopicta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goeppertia mediopicta has small white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goeppertia mediopicta is a tropical herbaceous perennial native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Goeppertia mediopicta

Goeppertia mediopicta can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Goeppertia mediopicta FAQ

What are the light requirements for Goeppertia mediopicta?

Goeppertia mediopicta prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal temperature for Goeppertia mediopicta?

Goeppertia mediopicta prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

How often should I water Goeppertia mediopicta?

Water Goeppertia mediopicta when the top inch of soil is dry.

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.
Stella Suárez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Suárez' in the authors string.