Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
goliath
ID:
1327921

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Y.Wong & P.C.Boyce

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 44: 169 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340375

Common Names

  • Goliath
  • Bucephalandra Goliath
  • Bucephalandra Goliath

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Description

Bucephalandra goliath (also called Goliath Bucephalandra, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to Borneo. It has a creeping habit and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate. It is found in forests, valleys, and mountains, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Bucephalandra goliath has been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bucephalandra goliath has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bucephalandra goliath is a terrestrial plant that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be kept in a shady spot. Propagation can be done by division of the rhizomes or by cuttings of the leaves.

Where to Find Bucephalandra goliath

Bucephalandra goliath can be found in the tropical forests of Borneo.

Bucephalandra goliath FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bucephalandra goliath?

Bucephalandra goliath

What are the common names of Bucephalandra goliath?

Goliath Bucephalandra

What is the natural habitat of Bucephalandra goliath?

Bucephalandra goliath is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia

Species in the Bucephalandra genus

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Peter Charles Boyce (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Boyce' in the authors string.
Sin Yeng Wong (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Wong' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77141856-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.