Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cordigerum
ID:
1131200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fernald

Source:
tro

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 47: 192 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001130538



Common Names

  • Cordigerum Eupatorium
  • Cordigerum Boneset
  • Cordigerum Thoroughwort


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Description

Eupatorium cordigerum (also called 'Heart-Leaved Thoroughwort', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It grows in moist meadows and grasslands, and can reach up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are divided into three leaflets and its flowers are white in color.

Uses & Benefits

Eupatorium cordigerum is an ornamental plant used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eupatorium cordigerum has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eupatorium cordigerum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. When grown in containers, it should be planted in a well-draining potting mix. When grown in the garden, it should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly. For best results, fertilize the plant every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Eupatorium cordigerum

Eupatorium cordigerum can be found in Central America.

Species in the Eupatorium genus

Eupatorium sambucifolium, Eupatorium japonicum, Eupatorium compositifolium, Eupatorium maracayuense, Eupatorium omeiense, Eupatorium urbanii, Eupatorium doichangense, Eupatorium lindleyanum, Eupatorium shimadai, Eupatorium leucolepis, Eupatorium macrochaetum, Eupatorium perfoliatum, Eupatorium camiguinense, Eupatorium heterophyllum, Eupatorium semiserratum, Eupatorium asper, Eupatorium cannabinum, Eupatorium hyssopifolium, Eupatorium toppingianum, Eupatorium areniscophilum, Eupatorium linearifolium, Eupatorium fortunei, Eupatorium tashiroi, Eupatorium formosanum, Eupatorium fistulosum, Eupatorium godfreyanum, Eupatorium tawadae, Eupatorium plebeia, Eupatorium petiolata, Eupatorium serotinum, Eupatorium mohrii, Eupatorium album, Eupatorium glehnii, Eupatorium quaternum, Eupatorium leptophyllum, Eupatorium rosengurttii, Eupatorium novae-angliae, Eupatorium luchuense, Eupatorium mikanioides, Eupatorium resinosum, Eupatorium trichospermoides, Eupatorium nanchuanense, Eupatorium gnaphalioides, Eupatorium pinnatifidum, Eupatorium variabile, Eupatorium anomalum, Eupatorium benguetense, Eupatorium amabile, Eupatorium sessilifolium, Eupatorium rotundifolium,

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,

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