Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
cordatum
ID:
239983

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 16: 563 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239315

Common Names

  • Megistostigma cordatum
  • Megistostigma Cordatum
  • Megistostigma Cordatum Tree

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Synonyms

  • Sphaerostylis cordata (Merr.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Megistostigma cordatum (also called Heart-Leaf Megistostigma, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with heart-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is native to India and Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Megistostigma cordatum is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Megistostigma cordatum has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Megistostigma cordatum is a perennial herb that is native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Megistostigma cordatum

Megistostigma cordatum can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Myanmar, and Thailand.

Megistostigma cordatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Megistostigma cordatum?

Megistostigma cordatum

What is the common name of Megistostigma cordatum?

Heart-shaped Megistostigma

Where is Megistostigma cordatum found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Madagascar.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References