Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ledeb. ex Sweet) Borchs. & S.Suárez
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 632 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335938
Common Names
- Goeppertia Littoralis
- Littoralis Goeppertia
- Goeppertia
Description
Goeppertia littoralis (also called 'Littoral goeppertia', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of up to 2 m and has a woody stem. Its leaves are oblong-lanceolate in shape, with entire margins. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Goeppertia littoralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Goeppertia littoralis has yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped bean. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Goeppertia littoralis is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or fall. The seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Goeppertia littoralis
Goeppertia littoralis is native to Colombia and can be found in the wild in the forests of Colombia.
Goeppertia littoralis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Goeppertia littoralis?
Goeppertia littoralis
What is the common name of Goeppertia littoralis?
Littoral Goeppertia
What is the natural habitat of Goeppertia littoralis?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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.