Status:
valid
Authors:
J.U.Santos
Source:
gcc
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Paraense "Emilio Goeldi," N.S., Bot. 3: 51 (-54), fig (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000050714
Common Names
- Heartleaf Aspilia
- Heartleaf Foxtail
- Heartleaf Foxtail Daisy
Description
Aspilia cordifolia (also called 'Heart-Leaf Aspilia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant, native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aspilia cordifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aspilia cordifolia is yellow in color and has a single yellow center. The seed is small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are oval in shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspilia cordifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When grown in containers, it should be fertilized regularly and watered regularly. When grown in the ground, it should be mulched to help retain moisture.
Where to Find Aspilia cordifolia
Aspilia cordifolia is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the western United States and Canada. It can be found in dry, rocky areas in the Rocky Mountains.
Aspilia cordifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspilia cordifolia?
Aspilia cordifolia
What is the common name of Aspilia cordifolia?
Heart-Leaf Aspilia
What is the family of Aspilia cordifolia?
Asteraceae
Where is Aspilia cordifolia native to?
Central and South America
What type of plant is Aspilia cordifolia?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Aspilia genus
Aspilia angustifolia,
Aspilia helianthoides,
Aspilia jugata,
Aspilia paraensis,
Aspilia mossambicensis,
Aspilia elata,
Aspilia rugulosa,
Aspilia linearis,
Aspilia prostrata,
Aspilia goiazensis,
Aspilia subscandens,
Aspilia pohlii,
Aspilia hispidantha,
Aspilia diniz-cruzeanae,
Aspilia duarteana,
Aspilia grazielae,
Aspilia matogrossensis,
Aspilia platyphylla,
Aspilia cavalcantei,
Aspilia thouarsii,
Aspilia bussei,
Aspilia belo-horizontinae,
Aspilia ioletae,
Aspilia eglerii,
Aspilia hatschbachii,
Aspilia helianthoides,
Aspilia pseudoyedaea,
Aspilia malaissei,
Aspilia itabaianenis,
Aspilia bojeri,
Aspilia gillettii,
Aspilia caudata,
Aspilia erosa,
Aspilia glaziovii,
Aspilia cordifolia,
Aspilia latissima,
Aspilia rudis,
Aspilia kotschyi,
Aspilia albuquerquei,
Aspilia foliosa,
Aspilia espinhacensis,
Aspilia rudis,
Aspilia pereirae,
Aspilia andrade-limae,
Aspilia macrorrhiza,
Aspilia eckendorffii,
Aspilia natalensis,
Aspilia ciliata,
Aspilia angustifolia,
Aspilia foliosa,
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,