Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
cardiophylla
ID:
831155

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels ex Kom.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada 29: 117 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830490

Common Names

  • Codonopsis cardiophylla
  • Heart-leaved Codonopsis
  • Chinese Bellflower

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Description

Codonopsis cardiophylla (also called Heart-Leaved Bellflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It has a single stem and its leaves are heart-shaped and green. It grows in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of cold temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Codonopsis cardiophylla is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Codonopsis cardiophylla sub. megaphylla D.Y.Hong

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Codonopsis cardiophylla are yellow, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Codonopsis cardiophylla is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to China and is found in open woodlands and grasslands from sea level to an elevation of 3,000 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Codonopsis cardiophylla

Codonopsis cardiophylla can be found in the Himalayas, China, and Japan.

Codonopsis cardiophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Codonopsis cardiophylla?

Codonopsis cardiophylla

What is the family of Codonopsis cardiophylla?

Campanulaceae

What is the common name of Codonopsis cardiophylla?

Heart-Leaf Bellflower

Species in the Codonopsis genus

Codonopsis affinis, Codonopsis alpina, Codonopsis argentea, Codonopsis benthamii, Codonopsis bhutanica, Codonopsis bragaensis, Codonopsis bulleyana, Codonopsis canescens, Codonopsis cardiophylla, Codonopsis chimiliensis, Codonopsis chlorocodon, Codonopsis clematidea, Codonopsis cordifolioidea, Codonopsis deltoidea, Codonopsis farreri, Codonopsis foetens, Codonopsis gracilis, Codonopsis henryi, Codonopsis hongii, Codonopsis inflata, Codonopsis javanica, Codonopsis kawakamii, Codonopsis lanceolata, Codonopsis meleagris, Codonopsis micrantha, Codonopsis microtubulosa, Codonopsis obtusa, Codonopsis ovata, Codonopsis pilosula, Codonopsis purpurea, Codonopsis rotundifolia, Codonopsis subglobosa, Codonopsis subscaposa, Codonopsis subsimplex, Codonopsis thalictrifolia, Codonopsis tsinlingensis, Codonopsis tubulosa, Codonopsis ussuriensis, Codonopsis viridiflora, Codonopsis viridis, Codonopsis macrophylla, Codonopsis bomiensis, Codonopsis hemisphaerica, Codonopsis reflexa, Codonopsis campanulata, Codonopsis lixianica, Codonopsis elliptica, Codonopsis gongshanica,

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-367781: Based on the initial data import
Vladimir Leontyevich Komarov (1869-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kom.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.