Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
cordata
ID:
834309

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prance

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie & Dépend. 12: 116 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833644



Common Names

  • Cordata Hunga
  • Hunga cordata
  • Hunga cordata var. cordata


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Description

Hunga cordata (also called 'Heart-shaped Hunga', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to New Guinea. It is found in lowland forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Hunga cordata is a popular houseplant and is used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hunga cordata is small, white and has 4 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hunga cordata is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 5°C.

Where to Find Hunga cordata

Hunga cordata is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Hunga cordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hunga cordata?

Hunga cordata

What is the family of Hunga cordata?

Gesneriaceae

What is the natural habitat of Hunga cordata?

Forests of East Asia

Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family

Acioa edulis, Acioa guianensis, Acioa schultesii, Acioa somnolens, Acioa longipendula, Acioa dolichopoda, Afrolicania elaeosperma, Angelesia splendens, Angelesia fusicarpa, Angelesia palawanensis, Atuna cordata, Atuna elliptica, Atuna excelsa, Atuna indica, Atuna latifrons, Atuna nannodes, Atuna penangiana, Atuna travancorica, Bafodeya benna, Chrysobalanus cuspidatus, Chrysobalanus icaco, Chrysobalanus prancei, Couepia belemii, Couepia bernardii, Couepia bondarii, Couepia bracteosa, Couepia canomensis, Couepia carautae, Couepia caryophylloides, Couepia cataractae, Couepia chrysocalyx, Couepia cidiana, Couepia coarctata, Couepia comosa, Couepia eriantha, Couepia excelsa, Couepia exflexa, Couepia froesii, Couepia glabra, Couepia grandiflora, Couepia guianensis, Couepia habrantha, Couepia hondurasensis, Couepia impressa, Couepia insignis, Couepia joaquinae, Couepia krukovii, Couepia latifolia, Couepia leitaofilhoi, Couepia longipetiolata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-370826: Based on the initial data import
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.