Overview
Goeppertia wallisii 'Discolor' is a clump forming houseplants in the genus Goeppertia, part of the Marantaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Goeppertia wallisii 'Discolor' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants.
About
Goeppertia wallisii 'Discolor' is a clump-forming evergreen perennial belonging to the genus Goeppertia, known for its elliptical leaves with distinctive patterns. This cultivar thrives in partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral in pH. It is suitable for cultivation as a houseplant in the UK, requiring protection as it is hardy to H1a. Interest in this plant is primarily during spring and summer, and it can be propagated by division in late spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Goeppertia
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing or East-facing or South-facing or West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Goeppertia wallisii 'Discolor' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Houseplants
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Goeppertia wallisii 'Discolor'
- Propagation
- Division in late spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to glasshouse whitefly and glasshouse red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Goeppertia wallisii 'Discolor'?
Goeppertia wallisii 'Discolor' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Goeppertia wallisii 'Discolor' need?
Goeppertia wallisii 'Discolor' grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Goeppertia wallisii 'Discolor' hardy in the UK?
Goeppertia wallisii 'Discolor' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Goeppertia wallisii 'Discolor'?
Division in late spring.
More in the Goeppertia genus
- Goeppertia majestica 'Roseo-lineata'
- Goeppertia rufibarba 'Wavestar'
- Goeppertia baraquinii
- Goeppertia widgrenii