Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
cordiformis
ID:
1322848

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.D.Stone

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 31(1): 113 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335302



Common Names

  • Warneckea cordiformis
  • Cordiform Warneckea
  • Cordiform Daisy


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Description

Warneckea cordiformis (also called Heart-shaped Warneckea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers with yellow centers. The leaves are oval-shaped and have a glossy green color. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as the edges of forests and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Warneckea cordiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Warneckea cordiformis is white in color with a diameter of 2 cm. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and long with a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Warneckea cordiformis is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or division of the root clump.

Where to Find Warneckea cordiformis

Warneckea cordiformis is native to South Africa, where it can be found in the dry savannas of the Kalahari Desert.

Warneckea cordiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Warneckea cordiformis?

Warneckea cordiformis

What type of plant is Warneckea cordiformis?

It is a shrub or small tree.

Where is Warneckea cordiformis found?

It is found in India.

Species in the Warneckea genus

Warneckea sousae, Warneckea melindensis, Warneckea hedbergiorum, Warneckea austro-occidentalis, Warneckea mangrovensis, Warneckea bebaiensis, Warneckea cauliflora, Warneckea cinnamomoides, Warneckea fascicularis, Warneckea floribunda, Warneckea jasminoides, Warneckea lecomteana, Warneckea macrantha, Warneckea membranifolia, Warneckea pulcherrima, Warneckea reygaertii, Warneckea sapinii, Warneckea wildeana, Warneckea yangambensis, Warneckea memecyloides, Warneckea madagascariensis, Warneckea acutifolia, Warneckea amaniensis, Warneckea anomala, Warneckea bequaertii, Warneckea congolensis, Warneckea erubescens, Warneckea fosteri, Warneckea gilletii, Warneckea golaensis, Warneckea peculiaris, Warneckea schliebenii, Warneckea sessilicarpa, Warneckea guineensis, Warneckea superba, Warneckea trinervis, Warneckea walikalensis, Warneckea urschii, Warneckea sansibarica, Warneckea bullata, Warneckea atrovirens, Warneckea pulviniflora, Warneckea masoalae, Warneckea microphylla, Warneckea mouririfolia, Warneckea cordiformis, Warneckea parvifolia, Warneckea albiflora, Warneckea ngutiensis,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

Robert Douglas Stone (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.D.Stone' in the authors string.