Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
cordiformis
ID:
621044

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 18: 10 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000620376



Common Names

  • Heartleaf Cordia
  • Heartleaf Wild Olive
  • Tropical Almond


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Synonyms

  • Gerascanthus cordiformis (I.M.Johnst.) Borhidi [unknown]

Description

Cordia cordiformis (also called Heart-Leaf Cordia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching a height of 3–5 m. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to northern Argentina, and is found in a variety of habitats, from dry forests to rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Cordia cordiformis is used for timber, fuel, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cordia cordiformis has white flowers with yellow centers and dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cordia cordiformis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks during the growing season. Prune to shape and remove dead or damaged branches.

Where to Find Cordia cordiformis

Cordia cordiformis is found in Mexico and Central America.

Cordia cordiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cordia cordiformis?

Cordia cordiformis

What are the common names of Cordia cordiformis?

Heart-shaped cordia

What is the typical habitat of Cordia cordiformis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Cordia genus

Cordia aberrans, Cordia acutifolia, Cordia affinis, Cordia africana, Cordia allartii, Cordia alliodora, Cordia americana, Cordia anabaptista, Cordia andersonii, Cordia anisophylla, Cordia aristeguietae, Cordia aspera, Cordia aurantiaca, Cordia axillaris, Cordia badeava, Cordia balanocarpa, Cordia bantamensis, Cordia bequaertii, Cordia bicolor, Cordia bifurcata, Cordia blanchetii, Cordia blancoi, Cordia bogotensis, Cordia boissieri, Cordia bordasii, Cordia borinquensis, Cordia brachytricha, Cordia brasiliensis, Cordia brunnea, Cordia buxifolia, Cordia cabanayensis, Cordia caffra, Cordia calocoma, Cordia candidula, Cordia cardenasiana, Cordia chaetodonta, Cordia chamissoniana, Cordia cicatricosa, Cordia clarkei, Cordia cochinchinensis, Cordia colimensis, Cordia collococca, Cordia colombiana, Cordia copulata, Cordia corchorifolia, Cordia cordiformis, Cordia correae, Cordia crassifolia, Cordia cremersii, Cordia crenata,

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

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