Tetradenia cordata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordata
ID:
322231
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phillipson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Fl. Madagasc. 175: 77 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321563
Common Names
- Tetradenia cordata
- Heart-leaved Tetradenia
- Tetradenia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tetradenia cordata (also called False Sage, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in mountainous regions.
Uses & Benefits
Tetradenia cordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tetradenia cordata is white and has a strong scent. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tetradenia cordata is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Tetradenia cordata
Tetradenia cordata can be found in South Africa.
Tetradenia cordata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetradenia cordata?
Tetradenia cordata
What is the common name of Tetradenia cordata?
No common name
What type of plant is Tetradenia cordata?
Shrub
Species in the Tetradenia genus
Tetradenia barberae, Tetradenia brevispicata, Tetradenia clementiana, Tetradenia cordata, Tetradenia falafa, Tetradenia fruticosa, Tetradenia goudotii, Tetradenia herbacea, Tetradenia hildeana, Tetradenia isaloensis, Tetradenia nervosa, Tetradenia riparia, Tetradenia kaokoensis, Tetradenia tuberosa, Tetradenia multiflora, Tetradenia bainesii, Tetradenia galpinii, Tetradenia tanganyikae, Tetradenia urticifolia, Tetradenia discolor,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202360: Based on the initial data import
Peter B. Phillipson (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phillipson' in the authors string.