Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
variegata
ID:
1305290

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Koch) Borchs. & S.Suárez

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 635 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317744



Common Names

  • Goeppertia
  • Variegated Goeppertia
  • Variegata Goeppertia


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Description

Goeppertia variegata (also called Variegata 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 variegata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goeppertia variegata 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 variegata 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 variegata

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

Goeppertia variegata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goeppertia variegata?

Goeppertia variegata

What is the common name of Goeppertia variegata?

Variegated Palm

Where is Goeppertia variegata native to?

Brazil

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

Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' 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.