Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
peregrina
ID:
1327484

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Kenn.) J.M.A.Braga

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 167: 143 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339938



Common Names

  • Goeppertia Peregrina
  • Peregrina Goeppertia
  • Peregrina Goeppertia


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Description

Goeppertia peregrina (also called Peregrine Goeppertia, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and forest margins at elevations of up to 1,500 meters. It has a single, erect stem with two lanceolate leaves and a single, terminal flower.

Uses & Benefits

Goeppertia peregrina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional African medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, malaria, and gastrointestinal problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goeppertia peregrina has white to pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a toothed margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goeppertia peregrina is a terrestrial orchid native to Japan, Korea, and China. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained, sterile medium and kept moist. Division of the rhizome should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Goeppertia peregrina

Goeppertia peregrina can be found in Colombia.

Goeppertia peregrina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goeppertia peregrina?

Goeppertia peregrina

What are the common names of Goeppertia peregrina?

Goeppertia, peacock plant, cathedral windows

Where is Goeppertia peregrina native to?

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

Helen Kennedy (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Kenn.' in the authors string.
João Marcelo Alvarenga Braga (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.A.Braga' in the authors string.