Cordiera elliptica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuntze
Source:
wcs
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 279 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000924412
Common Names
- Elliptic Cordiera
- Elliptic Cucumber
- Elliptic Cucumis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cordiera elliptica (also called Elliptic 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 elliptica 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cordiera elliptica 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cordiera elliptica is a small evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Cordiera elliptica
Cordiera elliptica can be found in the tropical forests of South America.
Species in the Cordiera genus
Cordiera myrciifolia, Cordiera hadrantha, Cordiera longicaudata, Cordiera concolor, Cordiera elliptica, Cordiera garapatica, Cordiera humilis, Cordiera longiflora, Cordiera macrophylla, Cordiera obtusa, Cordiera rigida, Cordiera sessilis, Cordiera triflora, Cordiera tuberculata, Cordiera subaurea, Cordiera killipii, Cordiera pilosa, Cordiera rugulata, Cordiera montana, Cordiera bahiensis, Cordiera stipulacea, Cordiera papillosa, Cordiera coriacea, Cordiera mussunungae, Cordiera carioca,
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-47119: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.