Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordata
ID:
36348

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.L.Grant & Carlquist

Source:
gcc

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. xvii. 282 (1963).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035677



Common Names

  • Fitchia cordata
  • Fitchia
  • Tahitian Bridal Veil


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Description

Fitchia cordata (also called Heart-leaved Fitchia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to the Pacific Islands and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Fitchia cordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Fitchia cordata are yellow and daisy-like, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black, and have a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fitchia cordata is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.

Where to Find Fitchia cordata

Fitchia cordata can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

Fitchia cordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fitchia cordata?

Fitchia cordata

What is the family of Fitchia cordata?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Fitchia cordata?

Hawaii

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-134508: Based on the initial data import
Martin Lawrence Grant (1907-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.L.Grant' in the authors string.
Sherwin Carlquist (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carlquist' in the authors string.