Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
sciuroides
ID:
1305312

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Petersen) Borchs. & S.Suárez

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 634 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317766

Common Names

  • Goeppertia sciuroides
  • Sciuroides Calathea
  • Rabbit-Foot Calathea

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Description

Goeppertia sciuroides (also called Sciuroides 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 sciuroides is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract butterflies and birds. The plant can also be used as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goeppertia sciuroides has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings have ovate leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goeppertia sciuroides is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central and South America. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Goeppertia sciuroides

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

Goeppertia sciuroides FAQ

What are the light requirements for Goeppertia sciuroides?

Goeppertia sciuroides prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal temperature for Goeppertia sciuroides?

Goeppertia sciuroides prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

How often should I water Goeppertia sciuroides?

Water Goeppertia sciuroides when the top inch of soil is dry.

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

Otto Georg Petersen (1847-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petersen' 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.