Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
cordata
ID:
508835

Status:
valid

Authors:
Whiffin

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 2: 453 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508167



Common Names

  • Cordate Wilkiea
  • Cordata Wilkiea
  • Wilkiea Cordata


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Description

Wilkiea cordata (also called Heart-shaped Wilkiea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical South America. It has a low-growing habit and grows to a height of 5–10 cm. It prefers moist soils and is often found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Wilkiea cordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wilkiea cordata has small white flowers that are clustered together in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wilkiea cordata is an evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by division. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Wilkiea cordata

Wilkiea cordata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

Wilkiea cordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wilkiea cordata?

Wilkiea cordata

What is the common name of Wilkiea cordata?

Heart-leaved Wilkiea

What are the uses of Wilkiea cordata?

Wilkiea cordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Species in the Monimiaceae family

Austromatthaea elegans, Carnegieodoxa eximia, Decarydendron helenae, Decarydendron lamii, Decarydendron perrieri, Decarydendron ranomafanense, Ephippiandra domatiata, Ephippiandra madagascariensis, Ephippiandra masoalensis, Ephippiandra microphylla, Ephippiandra myrtoidea, Ephippiandra perrieri, Ephippiandra tsaratanensis, Faika villosa, Grazielanthus arkeocarpus, Hedycarya alternifolia, Hedycarya angustifolia, Hedycarya aragoensis, Hedycarya arborea, Hedycarya badaunii, Hedycarya chrysophylla, Hedycarya cupulata, Hedycarya denticulata, Hedycarya dorstenioides, Hedycarya engleriana, Hedycarya erythrocarpa, Hedycarya loxocarya, Hedycarya neoebudica, Hedycarya parvifolia, Hedycarya perbracteolata, Hedycarya rivularis, Hedycarya symplocoides, Hedycarya baudouinii, Hemmantia webbii, Hennecartia omphalandra, Hortonia floribunda, Hortonia ovalifolia, Hortonia angustifolia, Kairoa suberosa, Kairoa endressiana, Kairoa villosa, Kairoa cromeana, Kibara royenii, Kibara roemeri, Kibara rosselensis, Kibara shungolensis, Kibara sleumeri, Kibara sudestensis, Kibara warenensis, Kibara versteeghii,