Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
concolor
ID:
925074

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cham.) Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 279 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000924409

Common Names

  • Concolor Cordiera
  • Concolor Cucumber
  • Concolor Cucumis

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Description

Cordiera concolor (also called Uniform Cordiera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with long, narrow leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cordiera concolor is a wildflower that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has a unique and attractive flower that is a deep purple-red color. It is also known for its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also known to be drought tolerant and can be used in areas with dry soil.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cordiera concolor var. concolor
Cordiera concolor var. goyana C.H.Perss. & Delprete
Cordiera concolor var. rotunda (Cham.) C.H.Perss. & Delprete

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cordiera concolor has small, white flowers with yellow centers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single set of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cordiera concolor can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting medium. Once rooted, the cuttings should be potted up and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Cordiera concolor

Cordiera concolor can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-47116: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.