Overview
Goeppertia widgrenii is a clump forming houseplants in the genus Goeppertia, part of the Marantaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Goeppertia widgrenii grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants.
About
Goeppertia widgrenii is a clump-forming evergreen houseplant belonging to the genus Goeppertia, known for its rhizomatous perennials with elliptical leaves often displaying distinctive patterns. This cultivar thrives in partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil, tolerant of a range of pH levels. It is suitable for indoor cultivation in the UK, with a hardiness rating of H1a. Propagation is best done by division in late spring, and the plant is of particular interest during spring and summer.
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 widgrenii size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Houseplants
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Goeppertia widgrenii
- 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 widgrenii?
Goeppertia widgrenii prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Goeppertia widgrenii need?
Goeppertia widgrenii grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Goeppertia widgrenii hardy in the UK?
Goeppertia widgrenii 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 widgrenii?
Division in late spring.
More in the Goeppertia genus
- Goeppertia majestica 'Roseo-lineata'
- Goeppertia rufibarba 'Wavestar'
- Goeppertia baraquinii
- Goeppertia wallisii 'Discolor'