Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
cordiformis
ID:
1408502

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cupido & Engelbrecht

Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 36(6)-e01758: 2 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420966

Common Names

  • Wahlenbergia cordiformis
  • Heart-shaped Wahlenbergia
  • Wahlenbergia

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Description

Wahlenbergia cordiformis (also called Heart-Shaped Wahlenbergia, among many other common names) is an erect, woody shrub with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grassland and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Wahlenbergia cordiformis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wahlenbergia cordiformis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wahlenbergia cordiformis is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a neat shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Wahlenbergia cordiformis

Wahlenbergia cordiformis can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.

Wahlenbergia cordiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wahlenbergia cordiformis?

Wahlenbergia cordiformis

What are the common names of Wahlenbergia cordiformis?

Heart-shaped Wahlenbergia

What is the natural habitat of Wahlenbergia cordiformis?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Wahlenbergia genus

Wahlenbergia krebsii, Wahlenbergia brehmeri, Wahlenbergia tibestica, Wahlenbergia thulinii, Wahlenbergia celata, Wahlenbergia orae, Wahlenbergia scopella, Wahlenbergia oxyphylla, Wahlenbergia sphaerica, Wahlenbergia songeana, Wahlenbergia silenoides, Wahlenbergia sessiliflora, Wahlenbergia serpentina, Wahlenbergia rupestris, Wahlenbergia scottii, Wahlenbergia schistacea, Wahlenbergia schlechteri, Wahlenbergia schwackeana, Wahlenbergia saxicola, Wahlenbergia subtilis, Wahlenbergia undulata, Wahlenbergia tumida, Wahlenbergia tuberosa, Wahlenbergia tsaratananae, Wahlenbergia transvaalensis, Wahlenbergia tortilis, Wahlenbergia tomentosula, Wahlenbergia stricta, Wahlenbergia squamifolia, Wahlenbergia squarrosa, Wahlenbergia stellarioides, Wahlenbergia subumbellata, Wahlenbergia subaphylla, Wahlenbergia subfusiformis, Wahlenbergia subpilosa, Wahlenbergia subrosulata, Wahlenbergia roxburghii, Wahlenbergia preissii, Wahlenbergia polytrichifolia, Wahlenbergia polyclada, Wahlenbergia polycephala, Wahlenbergia pinnata, Wahlenbergia pinifolia, Wahlenbergia pilosa, Wahlenbergia peruviana, Wahlenbergia persimilis, Wahlenbergia pauciflora, Wahlenbergia constricta, Wahlenbergia tenuis, Wahlenbergia papuana,

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

Christopher N. Cupido (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cupido' in the authors string.
Mischke Engelbrecht: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelbrecht' in the authors string.