Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cordifolius
ID:
93123

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
gcc

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 43: 455 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092452



Common Names

  • Heptanthus cordifolius
  • Heartleaf Heptanthus
  • Heartleaf Seven-sepaled


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Description

Heptanthus cordifolius (also called Heart-Leaved Heptanthus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in open areas, pastures, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Heptanthus cordifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heptanthus cordifolius has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in heads. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of finely divided leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heptanthus cordifolius is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It is best planted in spring or autumn. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.

Where to Find Heptanthus cordifolius

Heptanthus cordifolius is native to the Caribbean and Central America.

Heptanthus cordifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heptanthus cordifolius?

Heptanthus cordifolius

What is the common name of Heptanthus cordifolius?

Heartleaf Heptanthus

What is the natural habitat of Heptanthus cordifolius?

Grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands

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