Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poir.) Bakh.f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia6: 91 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192054
Common Names
- Christia obcordata
- Christia
- Obcordata
Synonyms
- Hedysarum obcordatum Poir. [valid]
- Lourea obcordata (Poir.) Desv. [valid]
- Lourea reniforme (Lour.) DC. [unknown]
Description
Christia obcordata (also called Heart-leaved Christia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to India. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in dry, sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Christia obcordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Christia obcordata var. siamensia (Craib) Ohashi
Christia obcordata var. obcordata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Christia obcordata has yellow-orange flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Christia obcordata is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach heights of up to 2 m. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Christia obcordata
Christia obcordata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including the Iberian Peninsula, France, Italy, and North Africa.
Christia obcordata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Christia obcordata?
Christia obcordata
What is the common name of Christia obcordata?
Heart-Leaf Christia
What is the habitat of Christia obcordata?
Dry, open forests
Species in the Christia genus
Christia australasica,
Christia obcordata,
Christia constricta,
Christia pierrei,
Christia paniculata,
Christia parviflora,
Christia zollingeri,
Christia vespertilionis,
Christia convallaria,
Christia lychnucha,
Christia hainanensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family