Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordata
ID:
369729

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bonpl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Pl. Aequinoct. 1: 9 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000369061



Common Names

  • Matisia Cordata
  • Cordata Matisia
  • Cordata Tree Cotton


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Synonyms

  • Quararibea cordata (Bonpl.) Vischer [unknown]
  • Quararibea cordata (Bonpl.) García-Barr. & Hern.Cam. [unknown]

Description

Matisia cordata (also called Heart-shaped matisia, among many other common names) is a tropical tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It grows up to 20 meters tall and has large, leathery leaves that are up to 50 cm long. It prefers moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Matisia cordata is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat digestive disorders and its flowers being used to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Matisia cordata has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Matisia cordata is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Matisia cordata

Matisia cordata is native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Argentina.

Matisia cordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Matisia cordata?

Matisia cordata

What is the common name of Matisia cordata?

Heart-leaved Matisia

What is the family of Matisia cordata?

Bombacaceae

Species in the Matisia genus

Matisia serpicostata, Matisia spathacea, Matisia sulcata, Matisia uribei, Matisia valdes-bermejoi, Matisia ochrocalyx, Matisia lozanoi, Matisia samariensis, Matisia racemifera, Matisia obliquifolia, Matisia hirsutissima, Matisia amplifolia, Matisia bullata, Matisia cordata, Matisia cornu-copiae, Matisia cuatrecasana, Matisia gentryi, Matisia glandifera, Matisia bicolor, Matisia bolivarii, Matisia bracteolosa, Matisia castano, Matisia cruceto, Matisia dolichosiphon, Matisia hirta, Matisia huallagensis, Matisia idroboi, Matisia lecythicarpa, Matisia longiflora, Matisia oblongifolia, Matisia sclerophylla, Matisia stenopetala, Matisia lasiocalyx, Matisia arteagensis, Matisia exalata, Matisia intricata, Matisia malacocalyx, Matisia palenquiana, Matisia alata, Matisia coloradorum, Matisia dolichopoda, Matisia leptandra, Matisia longitubulosa, Matisia sanblasensis, Matisia soegengii, Matisia longipes, Matisia alchornifolia, Matisia dowdingii, Matisia calimana, Matisia giacomettoi,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,