Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
cordifolia
ID:
468836

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Koechlin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Fl. Gabon 9: 129 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468168



Common Names

  • Cordifolia Marantochloa
  • Marantochloa Cordifolia
  • Cordifolia Marantochloa


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Synonyms

  • Clinogyne cordifolia K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Marantochloa cordifolia (also called Heart-Leaved Marantochloa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Marantaceae family. It is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China. It is a small herbaceous perennial that grows in moist, shady forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Marantochloa cordifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oil which is used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Marantochloa cordifolia has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marantochloa cordifolia is a tropical perennial native to the forests of South America. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich potting mix and watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Marantochloa cordifolia

Marantochloa cordifolia can be found in tropical regions of Africa and Madagascar.

Marantochloa cordifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marantochloa cordifolia?

Marantochloa cordifolia

What is the common name of Marantochloa cordifolia?

Heart-Leaved Marantochloa

What is the natural habitat of Marantochloa cordifolia?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-253502: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Jean Koechlin (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koechlin' in the authors string.