Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
verapax
ID:
1323852

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Donn.Sm.) Borchs. & S.Suárez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336306



Common Names

  • Verapax Stromanthe
  • Verapax Prayer Plant
  • Verapax Peacock Plant


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Description

Goeppertia verapax (also called 'Verapax 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 verapax 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 verapax has small, white flowers with yellowish-green veins and a yellowish-green lip. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goeppertia verapax is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn and to keep the soil moist. The seedlings should be thinned out once they are established.

Where to Find Goeppertia verapax

Goeppertia verapax is native to Mexico and can be found in the Yucatan Peninsula.

Goeppertia verapax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goeppertia verapax?

Goeppertia verapax

What type of plant is Goeppertia verapax?

Goeppertia verapax is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae.

Where is Goeppertia verapax found?

Goeppertia verapax is found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

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

John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' 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.