Status:
valid
Authors:
Cockburn ex Prance
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39: 364 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000823173
Common Names
- Atuna Cordata
- Cordata Orchid
- Cordata Orchid
Description
Atuna cordata (also called Cordata atuna, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Atuna cordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Atuna cordata is yellow and tubular. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Atuna cordata is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).
Where to Find Atuna cordata
Atuna cordata can be found in the tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia.
Atuna cordata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Atuna cordata?
Atuna cordata
What is the common name of Atuna cordata?
Heart-shaped Atuna
What is the habitat of Atuna cordata?
It is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey
Species in the Atuna genus
Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family
Acioa edulis,
Acioa guianensis,
Acioa schultesii,
Acioa somnolens,
Acioa longipendula,
Acioa dolichopoda,
Afrolicania elaeosperma,
Angelesia splendens,
Angelesia fusicarpa,
Angelesia palawanensis,
Atuna cordata,
Atuna elliptica,
Atuna excelsa,
Atuna indica,
Atuna latifrons,
Atuna nannodes,
Atuna penangiana,
Atuna travancorica,
Bafodeya benna,
Chrysobalanus cuspidatus,
Chrysobalanus icaco,
Chrysobalanus prancei,
Couepia belemii,
Couepia bernardii,
Couepia bondarii,
Couepia bracteosa,
Couepia canomensis,
Couepia carautae,
Couepia caryophylloides,
Couepia cataractae,
Couepia chrysocalyx,
Couepia cidiana,
Couepia coarctata,
Couepia comosa,
Couepia eriantha,
Couepia excelsa,
Couepia exflexa,
Couepia froesii,
Couepia glabra,
Couepia grandiflora,
Couepia guianensis,
Couepia habrantha,
Couepia hondurasensis,
Couepia impressa,
Couepia insignis,
Couepia joaquinae,
Couepia krukovii,
Couepia latifolia,
Couepia leitaofilhoi,
Couepia longipetiolata,