Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hadrantha
ID:
835773

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) C.H.Perss. & Delprete

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Revista Biol. Neotrop. 3: 30 (2006 publ. 2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835108

Common Names

  • Cordiera hadrantha
  • Hadrantha Cordiera
  • Cordiera Hadrantha

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Description

Cordiera hadrantha (also called Hadrantha Cordiera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the humid forests of the Caribbean. It has long, thin stems and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cordiera hadrantha is a plant species found in tropical regions of Asia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. Its leaves are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cordiera hadrantha has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers and small, round, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cordiera hadrantha is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed or by division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a pot filled with well-draining soil and water regularly. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks. To propagate by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide it into smaller pieces. Plant the pieces in a pot filled with well-draining soil and water regularly.

Where to Find Cordiera hadrantha

Cordiera hadrantha is found in the tropical rainforests of Ecuador.

Cordiera hadrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cordiera hadrantha?

Cordiera hadrantha

What is the common name of Cordiera hadrantha?

Cordiera

What is the natural habitat of Cordiera hadrantha?

Tropical and subtropical regions 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-372316: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.
Claes Håkan Persson (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Perss.' in the authors string.