Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
cordata
ID:
815788

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prance

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 9: 136 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815122



Common Names

  • Heart-shaped Licania
  • Licania cordata
  • Licania cordata var. cordata


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Description

Licania cordata (also called 'Heart-shaped Licania', among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It has a dense, conical crown and produces small, edible nuts. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as lowland rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Licania cordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Licania cordata has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have two oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Licania cordata is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Licania cordata

Licania cordata can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Licania cordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Licania cordata?

Licania cordata

What is the common name of Licania cordata?

Cordata Licania

What is the natural habitat of Licania cordata?

Licania cordata is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Species in the Licania genus

Licania velutina, Licania cidii, Licania pittieri, Licania ferreirae, Licania cuyabenensis, Licania teixeirae, Licania tocantina, Licania nelsonii, Licania arianeae, Licania lamentanda, Licania naviculistipula, Licania santosii, Licania sandwithii, Licania rodriguesii, Licania riedelii, Licania piresii, Licania paraensis, Licania niloi, Licania maxima, Licania marleneae, Licania savannarum, Licania silvae, Licania tepuiensis, Licania stewardii, Licania lanceolata, Licania aracaensis, Licania cordata, Licania bracteata, Licania blackii, Licania bellingtonii, Licania bahiensis, Licania apiculata, Licania belemii, Licania jimenezii, Licania irwinii, Licania impressa, Licania couepiifolia, Licania furfuracea, Licania foldatsii, Licania fanshawei, Licania harlingii, Licania roraimensis, Licania robusta, Licania rufescens, Licania incana, Licania hypoleuca, Licania hoehnei, Licania hitchcockii, Licania indurata, Licania glauca,

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-353114: Based on the initial data import
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.