Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
cordatifolia
ID:
836351

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Slik) S.E.C.Sierra, Kulju & Welzen

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Blumea 52: 363 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835686



Common Names

  • Hancea cordatifolia
  • Cordatifolia Hancea
  • Cordatifolia Starflower


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Description

Hancea cordatifolia (also called Cordate-leaved Hancea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family native to Madagascar. It is a small tree with white flowers and elliptic leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hancea cordatifolia is a species of plant native to Madagascar. It is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hancea cordatifolia has small white flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hancea cordatifolia is a tropical shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by division or seed. It should be grown in bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Hancea cordatifolia

Hancea cordatifolia can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Hancea cordatifolia FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Hancea cordatifolia?

Hancea cordatifolia is native to the tropical rainforests of Madagascar.

What is the growth habit of Hancea cordatifolia?

Hancea cordatifolia is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers.

What is the size of Hancea cordatifolia?

Hancea cordatifolia can reach up to 10 feet in height.

Species in the Hancea genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372945: Based on the initial data import
J.W.F. Slik: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Slik' in the authors string.
P.C.van Welzen (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welzen' in the authors string.
Kristo K.M. Kulju: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kulju' in the authors string.
S.E.C. Sierra: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.E.C.Sierra' in the authors string.