Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
cordiformis
ID:
409578

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Will.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 70: 255 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408910

Common Names

  • Cordiformis Tylecodon
  • Tylecodon Cordiformis
  • Cordiformis Conebush

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Description

Tylecodon cordiformis (also called Heart-shaped Quiver Tree, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub or small tree native to the Northern Cape Province of South Africa. It has an upright, columnar growth habit and is covered in thick, grey-green bark. Its leaves are small, fleshy, and grey-green in color. It prefers dry, rocky habitats and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Tylecodon cordiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The leaves of this plant are used for making herbal medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tylecodon cordiformis has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tylecodon cordiformis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Tylecodon cordiformis

Tylecodon cordiformis can be found in South Africa.

Tylecodon cordiformis FAQ

What is the common name of Tylecodon cordiformis?

Cushion Bush

What is the natural habitat of Tylecodon cordiformis?

Dry rocky slopes and outcrops in the southwestern Cape, South Africa

How often should Tylecodon cordiformis be watered?

Once a week during the summer months and once every two weeks during the winter months

Species in the Tylecodon genus

Tylecodon bayeri, Tylecodon albiflorus, Tylecodon atropurpureus, Tylecodon pygmaeus, Tylecodon bleckiae, Tylecodon paniculatus, Tylecodon kritzingeri, Tylecodon leucothrix, Tylecodon longipes, Tylecodon nigricaulis, Tylecodon aurusbergensis, Tylecodon occultans, Tylecodon hallii, Tylecodon pearsonii, Tylecodon peculiaris, Tylecodon nolteei, Tylecodon decipiens, Tylecodon bodleyae, Tylecodon buchholzianus, Tylecodon cordiformis, Tylecodon hirtifolius, Tylecodon ellaphieae, Tylecodon faucium, Tylecodon fergusoniae, Tylecodon fragilis, Tylecodon grandiflorus, Tylecodon pusillus, Tylecodon ventricosus, Tylecodon viridiflorus, Tylecodon wallichii, Tylecodon torulosus, Tylecodon stenocaulis, Tylecodon racemosus, Tylecodon reticulatus, Tylecodon rubrovenosus, Tylecodon schaeferianus, Tylecodon tuberosus, Tylecodon tribblei, Tylecodon striatus, Tylecodon suffultus, Tylecodon sulphureus, Tylecodon tenuis, Tylecodon similis, Tylecodon petrophilus, Tylecodon bruynsii, Tylecodon opelii, Tylecodon cacalioides, Tylecodon singularis, Tylecodon florentii, Tylecodon celatus,

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,