Plants from the floor of a rainforest will need some protection from strong sunlight and generous humidity. Goeppertia (syn. Calathea) is just such a tropical plant that needs high humidity and protection from strong sun. Think of the leafy filtering of light in a rainforest and the clouds of warm, wet air.

Originating in the humid forests of South America, G. ornata (syn. Calathea ornata) features leaves with pale pink striations that become white with age and purple undersides. G. insignis (syn. G. lancifolia and Calathea lancifolia) has spear-shaped leaves that grow to over a foot long with wavy margins and strong dark markings. These stunning plants need careful care and are suitable for a terrarium.

For full care instructions for this plant click here for our Guide to Goeppertia.

Courtesy of NYBG Plant Information Service