Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
ucayalina
ID:
1323844

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Huber) Borchs. & S.Suárez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 634 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336298



Common Names

  • Ucayalina Stromanthe
  • Ucayalina Prayer Plant
  • Ucayalina Peacock Plant


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Description

Goeppertia ucayalina (also called 'Ucayali 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 ucayalina 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 ucayalina has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goeppertia ucayalina 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 ucayalina

Goeppertia ucayalina is native to Peru and can be found in the Ucayali River basin.

Goeppertia ucayalina FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Goeppertia ucayalina?

Goeppertia ucayalina is native to tropical rainforests in South America.

What is the ideal temperature for Goeppertia ucayalina?

Goeppertia ucayalina prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

How much light does Goeppertia ucayalina need?

Goeppertia ucayalina 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

Jacques Huber (1867-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huber' 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.