Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordifolia
ID:
123739

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch. & Sav.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Jap. ii. 416.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123068



Common Names

  • Ainsliaea Cordifolia
  • Heartleaf Ainsliaea
  • Heartleaf


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Synonyms

  • Ainsliaea cordifolia cordifolia [unknown]

Description

Ainsliaea cordifolia (also called Heart-Leaved Ainsliaea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to China, and is found in moist meadows and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Ainsliaea cordifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ainsliaea cordifolia var. maruoi (Makino) Makino ex Kitam.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ainsliaea cordifolia has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ainsliaea cordifolia is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It can also be grown from seed, though this is more difficult and may take longer to establish.

Where to Find Ainsliaea cordifolia

Ainsliaea cordifolia is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Anhui, Fujian, and Zhejiang.

Ainsliaea cordifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ainsliaea cordifolia?

Ainsliaea cordifolia

What is the common name of Ainsliaea cordifolia?

Heart-leaved Ainsliaea

What is the natural habitat of Ainsliaea cordifolia?

Grasslands and alpine meadows

Species in the Ainsliaea genus

Ainsliaea uniflora, Ainsliaea henryi, Ainsliaea yunnanensis, Ainsliaea nana, Ainsliaea bonatii, Ainsliaea crassifolia, Ainsliaea spicata, Ainsliaea nervosa, Ainsliaea faurieana, Ainsliaea grossedentata, Ainsliaea rubrinervis, Ainsliaea qianiana, Ainsliaea lancangensis, Ainsliaea reflexa, Ainsliaea brandisiana, Ainsliaea paucicapitata, Ainsliaea mairei, Ainsliaea pingbianensis, Ainsliaea ramosa, Ainsliaea macrocephala, Ainsliaea apiculata, Ainsliaea trinervis, Ainsliaea macroclinidioides, Ainsliaea apteroides, Ainsliaea chapaensis, Ainsliaea fragrans, Ainsliaea angustifolia, Ainsliaea spanocephala, Ainsliaea glabra, Ainsliaea cavaleriei, Ainsliaea foliosa, Ainsliaea caesia, Ainsliaea pertyoides, Ainsliaea elegans, Ainsliaea walkeri, Ainsliaea parvifolia, Ainsliaea dissecta, Ainsliaea gracilis, Ainsliaea aptera, Ainsliaea cordifolia, Ainsliaea pentaflora, Ainsliaea fulvipes, Ainsliaea kawakamii, Ainsliaea acerifolia, Ainsliaea latifolia, Ainsliaea smithii, Ainsliaea angustata, Ainsliaea asaroides, Ainsliaea caobangensis,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-84219: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Paul Amédée Ludovic Savatier (1830-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sav.' in the authors string.