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Goeppertia ecuadoriana
| Family Name: | Marantaceae |
| Synonyms: | Calathea ecuadoriana |
| Common Name: | Red Zebrina, Red Tigrina |
Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Ecuador |
|---|---|
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical, Sub-Tropical / Monsoonal |
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | It is a herbaceous plant with big attractive foliage. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | The upper side of the leaf is olive-green with lighter colored midrib and veins, while the lower side is purple to dark red. The leaf has a velvety appearance. |
| Flowers | Its inflorescence has light green bracts and yellow flowers. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens, Interiorscape/ Indoor Plant, Container Planting |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade, Full Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils |
| Propagation Method | Division |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green, Green - Bluish Green, Purple |
|---|---|
| Foliar Type | Simple / Unifoliate |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Green, Yellow / Golden |
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Others
| Master ID | 29451 |
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| Species ID | 3760 |
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