Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
cordigera
ID:
938752

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Zucc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Mant. 3: 112 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000938090



Common Names

  • Declieuxia Cordigera
  • Cordigera Declieuxia
  • Cordigera Daisy


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Description

Declieuxia cordigera (also called Cordigerum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Declieuxia cordigera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers, and is also used as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties, and is used to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Declieuxia cordigera var. angustifolia Müll.Arg.
Declieuxia cordigera var. cordigera

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Declieuxia cordigera is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Declieuxia cordigera is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Declieuxia cordigera

Declieuxia cordigera is native to the rainforests of eastern Australia.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-56760: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.