Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
cordatum
ID:
1412926

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br. ex Roem. & Schult.) Meve & Liede

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 369(3): 139. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425391

Common Names

  • Vincetoxicum cordatum
  • Vincetoxicum Coriaceum
  • Vincetoxicum Costantinianum

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Description

Vincetoxicum cordatum (also called Heart-Leaved Vincetoxicum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to China, India, Nepal, and Vietnam. It is a perennial herb with a woody stem and heart-shaped leaves. It is found in grasslands, forests, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Vincetoxicum cordatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has bright yellow flowers that attract bees and butterflies. The plant is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vincetoxicum cordatum has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vincetoxicum cordatum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, division, or cuttings. Plant the seeds in a sunny location and keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. Division can be done in spring or early summer, and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Vincetoxicum cordatum

Vincetoxicum cordatum is native to India and Nepal. It can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Vincetoxicum cordatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vincetoxicum cordatum?

Vincetoxicum cordatum

What is the common name of Vincetoxicum cordatum?

Heart-shaped Vincetoxicum

What is the natural habitat of Vincetoxicum cordatum?

Woodland and scrub

Species in the Vincetoxicum genus

Vincetoxicum mukdenense, Vincetoxicum rotundifolium, Vincetoxicum roylei, Vincetoxicum rupestre, Vincetoxicum miquelianum, Vincetoxicum mozaffarianii, Vincetoxicum pannonicum, Vincetoxicum parviflorum, Vincetoxicum nipponicum, Vincetoxicum nigrum, Vincetoxicum leschenaultii, Vincetoxicum irrawadense, Vincetoxicum juzepczukii, Vincetoxicum matsumurae, Vincetoxicum lycioides, Vincetoxicum macrophyllum, Vincetoxicum longifolium, Vincetoxicum tenerrimum, Vincetoxicum ucrainicum, Vincetoxicum yonakuniense, Vincetoxicum purpurascens, Vincetoxicum sibiricum, Vincetoxicum spirale, Vincetoxicum speciosum, Vincetoxicum scandens, Vincetoxicum schmalhausenii, Vincetoxicum caffrum, Vincetoxicum assadii, Vincetoxicum atratum, Vincetoxicum biglandulosum, Vincetoxicum belostemma, Vincetoxicum canescens, Vincetoxicum glaucescens, Vincetoxicum globiferum, Vincetoxicum fuscatum, Vincetoxicum huteri, Vincetoxicum helferi, Vincetoxicum heterophyllum, Vincetoxicum himalaicum, Vincetoxicum hirsutum, Vincetoxicum hirundinaria, Vincetoxicum creticum, Vincetoxicum cordifolium, Vincetoxicum cissodes, Vincetoxicum chinense, Vincetoxicum erectum, Vincetoxicum dalzellii, Vincetoxicum exile, Vincetoxicum fasciculatum, Vincetoxicum flavum,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.