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
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.
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 Heptanthus genus
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,