Goeppertia warscewiczii (previously Calathea warszewiczii) is a species of perennial, herbaceous plant in the Marantaceae family, endemic to Costa Rica and Nicaragua. It grows up to 0.5 to 1 meters (20-40 inches) high, by 0.5 to 1 meters (20-40 inches) wide, with patterned lanceolate leaves, and white cone-like inflorescences that fade to yellow or pink.
Characteristics
Foliage: The most distinctive feature of Goeppertia warszewiczii is its large, lance-shaped leaves with deep green coloration and prominent, dark purple undersides. The leaves are often highlighted by intricate, silvery-green patterns, adding to the plant's aesthetic appeal.
Size: Goeppertia warszewiczii typically reaches a height of about 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 centimeters), making it a suitable choice for both tabletops and floor displays.
Growth Habit: It has an upright, clumping growth habit with multiple stems emerging from the base, forming a bushy appearance.
Flowering: While Goeppertia warszewiczii is primarily grown for its foliage, it can produce small, inconspicuous flowers, but they are not the main attraction of this plant.
Synonyms
Calathea warszewiczii (L. Mathieu ex Planch.) Planch. & Linden
Maranta warscewiczii L. Mathieu ex Planch. Maranta warscewiczii L. Mathieu Phyllodes warscewiczii (L. Mathieu) Kuntze
References
Cat. Pl. Exot. 10: 3 1855.