Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
cordifolium
ID:
500287

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 222 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499619

Common Names

  • Heart-leaved Sphyrospermum
  • Sphyrospermum cordifolium
  • Cordifolium Sphyrospermum

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Synonyms

  • Sophoclesia cordifolia (Benth.) Klotzsch [valid]
  • Sphyrospermum majus Griseb. [valid]
  • Sophoclesia major (Griseb.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex B.D.Jacks. [valid]
  • Sophoclesia mirandensis R.Knuth [invalid]
  • Sophoclesia ovata Klotzsch [valid]
  • Sophoclesia subscandens Klotzsch [valid]
  • Sophoclesia cordifolia normalis Kuntze [valid]
  • Sophoclesia domingensis Urb. & Ekman [valid]
  • Sophoclesia flaccida Seem. [valid]
  • Sophoclesia major (Griseb.) Benth. & Hook.f. [valid]
  • Sophoclesia robusta Rusby [valid]
  • Sophoclesia trinitensis Britton [valid]
  • Themistoclesia valerioi (Standl.) Sleumer [valid]

Description

Sphyrospermum cordifolium (also called Heart-Leaved Sphyrospermum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has a short stem and two to three leaves. The flowers are small and white, with a yellowish-green labellum. It is found in humid, shady habitats, usually on tree trunks or branches.

Uses & Benefits

Sphyrospermum cordifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, coughs, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphyrospermum cordifolium has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphyrospermum cordifolium is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils in a sunny position and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be semi-hardwood.

Where to Find Sphyrospermum cordifolium

Sphyrospermum cordifolium can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Sphyrospermum cordifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphyrospermum cordifolium?

Sphyrospermum cordifolium

What is the common name of Sphyrospermum cordifolium?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Sphyrospermum cordifolium?

It is found in tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia

Species in the Ericaceae family