Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tuberculata
ID:
1275869

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.H.Perss. & Delprete

Source:
tro

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 119: 199 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275207


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Description

Cordiera tuberculata (also called Tuberculate Cordiera, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant native to the Western Ghats of India. It has long, thin, lanceolate leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cordiera tuberculata is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cordiera tuberculata has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have short, wide leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cordiera tuberculata is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it in the spring and summer months.

Where to Find Cordiera tuberculata

Cordiera tuberculata is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan and Yunnan.

Cordiera tuberculata FAQ

What type of soil does Cordiera tuberculata prefer?

Cordiera tuberculata prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the optimal temperature for Cordiera tuberculata?

Cordiera tuberculata prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the best way to propagate Cordiera tuberculata?

Cordiera tuberculata can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

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

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.