Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obcordata
ID:
192725

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

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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.

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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 Fabaceae family

References

Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Reinier Cornelis Bakhuizen van den Brink hijo (1911-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bakh.f.' in the authors string.