Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
cordiger
ID:
707310

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fenzl) Nees

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 2: 225 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706643

Common Names

  • Cordiger Gonocarpus
  • Gonocarpus Cordiger
  • Gonocarpus cordiger

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Synonyms

  • Loudonia cordigera Hereman [unknown]
  • Haloragis cordigera Fenzl [unknown]

Description

Gonocarpus cordiger (also called Heart-bearing Gonocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 m tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 15 cm. It is native to India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. It is found in evergreen forests, at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Gonocarpus cordiger is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gonocarpus cordiger has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gonocarpus cordiger is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate some frost. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Gonocarpus cordiger

Gonocarpus cordiger can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay.

Gonocarpus cordiger FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gonocarpus cordiger?

Gonocarpus cordiger

What type of plant is Gonocarpus cordiger?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the growth habit of Gonocarpus cordiger?

Upright, clumping

Species in the Gonocarpus genus

Species in the Haloragaceae family

Glischrocaryon angustifolium, Glischrocaryon aureum, Glischrocaryon behrii, Glischrocaryon flavescens, Glischrocaryon roei, Glischrocaryon glandulosum, Glischrocaryon monospermum, Glischrocaryon gibsonii, Glischrocaryon racemosum, Glischrocaryon baeuerlenii, Glischrocaryon lucasii, Gonocarpus acanthocarpus, Gonocarpus aggregatus, Gonocarpus benthamii, Gonocarpus chinensis, Gonocarpus confertifolius, Gonocarpus cordiger, Gonocarpus diffusus, Gonocarpus effusus, Gonocarpus elatus, Gonocarpus ephemerus, Gonocarpus eremophilus, Gonocarpus ericifolius, Gonocarpus halconensis, Gonocarpus hirtus, Gonocarpus hispidus, Gonocarpus humilis, Gonocarpus implexus, Gonocarpus incanus, Gonocarpus intricatus, Gonocarpus leptothecus, Gonocarpus longifolius, Gonocarpus mezianus, Gonocarpus micranthus, Gonocarpus montanus, Gonocarpus nodulosus, Gonocarpus oreophilus, Gonocarpus paniculatus, Gonocarpus philippinensis, Gonocarpus pithyoides, Gonocarpus pusillus, Gonocarpus pycnostachyus, Gonocarpus rudis, Gonocarpus salsoloides, Gonocarpus sanguineus, Gonocarpus scordioides, Gonocarpus serpyllifolius, Gonocarpus simplex, Gonocarpus tetragynus, Gonocarpus teucrioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2829831: Based on the initial data import
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' in the authors string.