Goeppertia consists of evergreen, rhizomatous perennials that develop clumps of elliptical leaves, often featuring distinctive patterns. In cultivated settings, they rarely produce racemes of small, tubular flowers. This genus was formerly classified under Calathea.

Goeppertia burle-marxii 'Burlemarxii'

Goeppertia burle-marxii 'Ice Blue'

Goeppertia burle-marxii 'Snow Cone'

Goeppertia chimboracensis

Goeppertia colorata

Goeppertia concinna is a clumping plant characterized by upright leaf stalks that support narrow, lanceolate leaves pointing upwards. The foliage is a vivid green, adorned with wider, darker green stripes that resemble an animal pattern.

Goeppertia concinna

Goeppertia crocata is a compact perennial that typically grows up to 25 cm. It features ovate green leaves with a grey-green upper surface and a reddish hue on the underside. The plant produces orange-red flowers that emerge from a short, upright spike adorned with orange bracts.

Goeppertia crocata

Goeppertia crocata 'Candela' is a tender, evergreen perennial characterized by its broad, deep green foliage, which features pronounced wavy margins and dark red undersides. The plant produces upright stems that bear vibrant orange bracts, primarily blooming in summer, though occasional flowering may occur at other times of the year.

Goeppertia crocata 'Candela'

Goeppertia crocata 'Tassmania' is an evergreen perennial that forms clumps and reaches a height of up to 25 cm. Its leaves are wavy, featuring a deep green color with dark purple hues on the upper side and a vivid crimson-red underside. The plant produces bright orange flowers that emerge on upright spikes, primarily during the summer months and occasionally at other times throughout the year.

Goeppertia crocata 'Tassmania'

Goeppertia crocata 'Tv61'

Goeppertia crocata Afora ('Tvgreflo')

Goeppertia cylindrica

Goeppertia ecuadoriana

Goeppertia elliptica

Goeppertia elliptica 'Vittata' is a tender, evergreen perennial characterized by its elongated green leaves marked by streaks of pale green to creamy white extending from the midrib to the edges. While it may occasionally produce white flowers on short stems during the summer months, this plant is primarily valued for its distinctive foliage and typically does not bloom when cultivated.

Goeppertia elliptica 'Vittata'

Goeppertia eximia

Goeppertia fasciata

Goeppertia fasciata 'Borrusica'

Goeppertia flavescens

Goeppertia fucata

Goeppertia gandersii

Goeppertia insignis is a perennial plant that remains evergreen and can reach a height of up to 60 cm. It develops a clump of elongated, wavy leaves that are pale green, featuring dark spots along the midrib, while the underside displays a deep purple hue. In the summer months, it produces small yellow flowers that emerge on short spikes.

Goeppertia insignis

Goeppertia kegeljanii is a tender evergreen perennial that typically grows up to 60 cm in height. It features glossy, heart-shaped leaves that are light green and adorned with a delicate mesh-like pattern.

Goeppertia kegeljanii

This resilient houseplant is perfect for novice gardeners. Its leaves are sturdy and shiny, featuring textured margins and vibrant yellow accents.

Goeppertia kegeljanii Network ('Pp0005'PBR)

Goeppertia legrelleana

Goeppertia leonia

Goeppertia leucostachys

Goeppertia libbyana is a tender evergreen perennial characterized by its shiny, oval leaves that can reach lengths of up to 25 cm. The foliage displays a pattern of feathery markings in both light and dark green tones.

Goeppertia libbyana

Goeppertia lietzei 'Fusion White' is a perennial plant that remains green year-round. It features elongated, elliptical leaves that grow on slender stems. The upper side of the leaves displays a marbled pattern of white, light green, and dark green, while the undersides show subtle hints of pink and purple. Occasionally, this variety may produce short spikes of greenish-white flowers during the summer; however, it is primarily valued for its distinctive foliage and tends not to flower frequently in cultivated settings.

Goeppertia lietzei 'Fusion White'

Goeppertia lindeniana

Goeppertia loeseneri

Goeppertia loeseneri 'Twyca0026'PBR

Goeppertia loeseneri dark pink-flowered

Goeppertia louisae

Goeppertia louisae 'Maui Queen' (v) is a perennial plant that thrives in tropical environments and is often cultivated as a houseplant for its attractive foliage. The leaves, which can reach lengths of up to 20 cm, are dark green and feature light green patterns along the central vein. Throughout the day, the leaves extend outward, while at night, they fold upwards to reveal their purple undersides.

Goeppertia louisae 'Maui Queen' (v)

Goeppertia lucianii

Goeppertia majestica is a perennial plant that remains evergreen and features leaves reaching lengths of up to 30 cm, supported by petioles that can grow to 40 cm. The leaves are glossy green, accented by white striations along the side veins, while the undersides display a purple hue.

Goeppertia majestica

Goeppertia majestica 'Albo-lineata'

Goeppertia majestica 'Roseo-lineata'

Goeppertia majestica 'Sanderiana'

Goeppertia makoyana is an evergreen perennial that develops into a clump. It features elongated, oval leaves that are silvery-green, marked by prominent darker veins and symmetrical dark spots along each side of the midrib. The undersides of the leaves are purple. This plant produces small flowers that are purple and white, arranged in spikes.

Goeppertia makoyana

Goeppertia mediopicta is a tender evergreen perennial that develops a compact clump of glossy, short-stalked leaves reaching up to 20 cm in length. The leaf blades display an olive green hue, accentuated by a prominent white stripe running down the center.

Goeppertia mediopicta

Goeppertia metallica

Goeppertia micans

Goeppertia nigricans

Goeppertia nitens

Goeppertia orbifolia is a perennial plant that forms clumps and typically reaches a height of about 75 cm. Its broad, circular leaves are deep green, adorned with lighter silvery-green stripes, while the undersides exhibit a silver-green hue. This plant serves well as a houseplant known for its air-purifying properties.

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