Cordia subcordata

Sea Trumpet, Kerosene Tree, Beach Cordia

Species Name Cordia subcordata
Common Name Sea Trumpet, Kerosene Tree, Beach Cordia
Family Boraginaceae
Genus Cordia
Taxonomic Synonyms/Past Names
Taxonomic Notes
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Species Information

1. Description
  • Small tree growing up to 15 m tall. Crown dense and bushy. Leaves 6-18 cm long, ovate to oval, slightly heart-shaped base. Flowers 3.5-5 cm across, trumpet-shaped, bright orange, in forked clusters of 5-15. Fruits 2.3-3 cm long, globose to oval, or broadly ovoid, ripening dull yellow.
2. Tree Size
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3. Full Distribution
  • East Africa, India to most of Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands
4. Habitat and Ecology
  • Common in open sandy or rocky areas along the coast
5. Altitude (in meters)
  • Generally sea level to 30 m; it may grow at altitudes up to 150 m
6. Landscape Type
Urban Streets, Small Urban Green Spaces, Coastal Fronts Show More

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7. IUCN Conservation Status
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8. Malaysian Red List from MyBIS
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9. Are more than 100 individuals available in local nurseries?
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10. How would you characterise the growth rate of this species?
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11. Does this species have an invasive root system?
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12. Is this species damaging or does it have staining resin or sap?
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13. Does this species produce large and/or staining fruits?
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14. Does this species produce substances in its bark, leaves, fruits and/or seeds that are poisonous or harmful to humans?
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15. Does this species have specific lighting requirements?
Full sun, Partial shade Show More

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16. How would you characterise the air pollution tolerance of this species?
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17. How would you characterise the soil pollution tolerance of this species?
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18. Does this species have specific soil ph requirements?
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  • Moist and well-drained soil [1]
19. Does this species have specialised habitat requirements?
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  • Prefers fertile loamy soils. Grows in various habitats but loses its aesthetic value under certain conditions.

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20. Does this species occur/survive in habitats prone to saltwater intrusion?
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21. Does this species occur/survive at locations that experience high temperatures?
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  • It can survive tropical to sub-tropical climatic zones. [1]
22. Can this species tolerate inundation for >1 month?
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  • Needs well-drained soil. [1]
23. Can this species tolerate water absence for >1 month?
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24. Can this species tolerate storm conditions (e.g., strong winds)?
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25. Does this species have specific humidity requirements?
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26. Is this species highly prone to predation, parasitism, and/or disease?
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  • None observed.

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27. Please provide any additional information for this species in the context of climate change resilience and/or vulnerability.
    Insufficient Data
28. Does this species have biodiversity value (e.g., provides food or habitat, or increases landscape connectivity for urban fauna)?
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29. Does this species have cultural value or provide products that are of some use to humans?
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  • Planted as an ornamental and for coastal protection as a windbreak and living fence. It has edible seeds. The wood is highly prized in the Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea and other islands in the Pacific Ocean, providing a significant source of income locally. However, it is not traded in other parts of its extensive range, such as Africa. The inner bark is used to make baskets, dance skirts, hats and fans. Other uses of the species include traditional medicines and dyes. [1]

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Contributors: anonymous

Last Updated: 2023-03-15

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