Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Kenn.) Borchs. & S.Suárez
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 630 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329435
Common Names
- Dodsonii Palm
- Goeppertia dodsonii
- Goeppertia dodsonii Palm
Description
Goeppertia dodsonii (also called Parlor Palm, Neanthe Bella Palm, or Parlour Palm, among many other common names) is a small, slow-growing palm tree with a single trunk and a clumping habit. It has feathery, dark green fronds that are divided into many leaflets. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is commonly found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Goeppertia dodsonii is an ornamental plant, often used as a groundcover in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a living mulch.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Goeppertia dodsonii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Goeppertia dodsonii can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps every three to four years.
Where to Find Goeppertia dodsonii
Goeppertia dodsonii can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Goeppertia dodsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Goeppertia dodsonii?
Goeppertia dodsonii
What is the natural habitat of Goeppertia dodsonii?
It is found in moist forests, along streams, and on wet rocks in Costa Rica.
What type of plant is Goeppertia dodsonii?
Goeppertia dodsonii is a herbaceous perennial plant.
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.