Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subaurea
ID:
1414347

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 119: 192 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426812

Common Names

  • Cordiera subaurea
  • Subaurea Cordiera
  • Subaurea Bush-violet

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Description

Cordiera subaurea (also called Subaureate Cordiera, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, oval leaves and grows in moist, sandy soils in open woods, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cordiera subaurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cordiera subaurea is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cordiera subaurea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.

Where to Find Cordiera subaurea

Cordiera subaurea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Peru and Brazil.

Cordiera subaurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cordiera subaurea?

Cordiera subaurea

What is the common name of Cordiera subaurea?

Subaurean Cordiera

What is the family of Cordiera subaurea?

Rubiaceae

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

Alexander Zahlbruckner (1860-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahlbr.' 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.