Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordata
ID:
765002

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 49: 110 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764335



Common Names

  • Corsia Cordata
  • Cordata Corsia
  • Corsia's Cordata


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Description

Corsia cordata (also called Heart-shaped Corsia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to New Guinea, where it is found in moist, shady forests. It is an evergreen herbaceous plant growing to 0.5 m tall, with a slender stem and a tuft of narrow, linear leaves at the base.

Uses & Benefits

Corsia cordata is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a houseplant and can be used to create a tropical look in any indoor setting. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Corsia cordata has white flowers with yellow stamens and red berries. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corsia cordata is a tropical perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). It prefers a soil that is rich in organic matter and well-draining. Propagation is done by seed or by dividing the rhizomes. The seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist.

Where to Find Corsia cordata

Corsia cordata is native to South America and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Corsia cordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corsia cordata?

Corsia cordata

What is the natural habitat of Corsia cordata?

It is native to Indonesia.

What are the common names of Corsia cordata?

It is commonly known as the heart-shaped corsia, heart-shaped orchid, or heart-shaped false foxglove.

References

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:126670-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.