Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steyerm.) Borchs. & S.Suárez
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 631 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329471
Common Names
- Goeppertia lasseriana
- Goeppertia Lasseriana
- Goeppertia Lasseriana
Description
Goeppertia lasseriana (also called Lasseriana goeppertia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. It is a small herbaceous perennial with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found growing in tropical rainforests and cloud forests at elevations of 500–2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Goeppertia lasseriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its foliage and flower production.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Goeppertia lasseriana 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 lasseriana is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. Propagation is best done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 20°C (68°F). Division of the clumps can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Goeppertia lasseriana
Goeppertia lasseriana is native to the cloud forests of Costa Rica.
Goeppertia lasseriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Goeppertia lasseriana?
Goeppertia lasseriana
What is the common name of Goeppertia lasseriana?
Lasser's Calathea
What is the natural habitat of Goeppertia lasseriana?
Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America
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.