Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cordiforme
ID:
767401

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.M.Salter

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 17: 106 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766734



Common Names

  • Cordiforme waxflower
  • Cordiforme starflower
  • Cordiforme star of Bethlehem


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Description

Eriospermum cordiforme (also called Heart-shaped spiderhead, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a rosette of basal leaves and a tall, unbranched stem. It is native to South Africa, and is found in dry, rocky, and sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriospermum cordiforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriospermum cordiforme is a white star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriospermum cordiforme is a hardy perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Eriospermum cordiforme

Eriospermum cordiforme is native to South Africa and is found in rocky habitats.

Eriospermum cordiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriospermum cordiforme?

Eriospermum cordiforme

What is the common name of Eriospermum cordiforme?

Cordiforme Eriospermum

What are the growing conditions for Eriospermum cordiforme?

Eriospermum cordiforme prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

Species in the Eriospermum genus

Eriospermum abyssinicum, Eriospermum aequilibre, Eriospermum alcicorne, Eriospermum algiferum, Eriospermum andongense, Eriospermum aphyllum, Eriospermum appendiculatum, Eriospermum arachnoideum, Eriospermum arenosum, Eriospermum aribesense, Eriospermum armianum, Eriospermum attenuatum, Eriospermum bakerianum, Eriospermum bayeri, Eriospermum bifidum, Eriospermum bowieanum, Eriospermum bracteatum, Eriospermum brevipes, Eriospermum breviscapum, Eriospermum bruynsii, Eriospermum buchubergense, Eriospermum calcareum, Eriospermum capense, Eriospermum cecilii, Eriospermum cernuum, Eriospermum cervicorne, Eriospermum ciliatum, Eriospermum citrinum, Eriospermum coactum, Eriospermum cooperi, Eriospermum cordiforme, Eriospermum corymbosum, Eriospermum crispum, Eriospermum currorii, Eriospermum descendens, Eriospermum deserticola, Eriospermum dielsianum, Eriospermum dissitiflorum, Eriospermum dregei, Eriospermum dyeri, Eriospermum erinum, Eriospermum eriophorum, Eriospermum ernstii, Eriospermum exigium, Eriospermum exile, Eriospermum filicaule, Eriospermum flabellatum, Eriospermum flavum, Eriospermum flexum, Eriospermum flexuosum,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,