Stictocardia cordatosepala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordatosepala
ID:
158156
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ooststr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Blumea 5: 351 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157485
Common Names
- Stictocardia Cordatosepala
- Heart-Leaf Stictocardia
- Heartleaf Stictocardia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stictocardia cordatosepala (also called Heart-leaf Stictocardia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small white flowers and is found in open woodlands, thickets, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Stictocardia cordatosepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicines for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stictocardia cordatosepala has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stictocardia cordatosepala is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Stictocardia cordatosepala
Stictocardia cordatosepala is native to the southeastern United States, found in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. It grows in wet areas, such as swamps, bogs, and wet meadows.
Stictocardia cordatosepala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stictocardia cordatosepala?
Stictocardia cordatosepala
What type of plant is Stictocardia cordatosepala?
A flowering shrub
Where is Stictocardia cordatosepala native to?
Tropical regions of the Americas
Species in the Stictocardia genus
Stictocardia cordatosepala, Stictocardia discolor, Stictocardia neglecta, Stictocardia queenslandica, Stictocardia sivarajanii, Stictocardia mojangensis, Stictocardia tiliifolia, Stictocardia laxiflora, Stictocardia beraviensis, Stictocardia macalusoi, Stictocardia lutambensis, Stictocardia incompta,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,
References
Simon Jan van Ooststroom (1906-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ooststr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:271220-1: Based on the initial data import