Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Kenn.) Borchs. & S.Suárez
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 634 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336297
Common Names
- Trichoneura Stromanthe
- Trichoneura Prayer Plant
- Trichoneura Peacock Plant
Description
Goeppertia trichoneura (also called 'Trichoneura Goeppertia', among many other common names) is a tropical fern native to Central and South America. It has long, slender fronds with a furry texture and grows in humid, shady environments.
Uses & Benefits
Goeppertia trichoneura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It can also be used to stabilize slopes and to reduce soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Goeppertia trichoneura has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Goeppertia trichoneura is a tropical evergreen perennial with a clumping habit. It is native to Central and South America. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings. The plant can be propagated by seed, but it is not recommended as the seedlings may not be true to the parent plant.
Where to Find Goeppertia trichoneura
Goeppertia trichoneura is native to Colombia and can be found in the Andes mountain range.
Goeppertia trichoneura FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Goeppertia trichoneura?
Goeppertia trichoneura is native to tropical rainforests in South America.
What is the ideal temperature for Goeppertia trichoneura?
Goeppertia trichoneura prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).
How much light does Goeppertia trichoneura need?
Goeppertia trichoneura prefers bright, indirect light.
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.