Orthosia rubens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubens
ID:
1276447
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.O.Williams) W.D.Stevens
Source:
tro
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 637 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275785
Common Names
- Orthosia rubens
- Red Orthosia
- Red-leaf Orthosia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Orthosia rubens (also called Red orthosia, among many other common names) is a moth that can reach up to 2 cm in length. It is native to India and grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Orthosia rubens is a species of plant used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as a decorative plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Orthosia rubens has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Orthosia rubens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or fall, with the divisions planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Orthosia rubens
Orthosia rubens can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Orthosia rubens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orthosia rubens?
Orthosia rubens
What is the common name of Orthosia rubens?
Ruddy Orthosia
What is the family of Orthosia rubens?
Noctuidae
Species in the Orthosia genus
Orthosia congesta, Orthosia eichleri, Orthosia mollis, Orthosia loandensis, Orthosia cassythoides, Orthosia ellemanniae, Orthosia scoparia, Orthosia arenosa, Orthosia itatiaiensis, Orthosia tarmensis, Orthosia urceolata, Orthosia virgata, Orthosia multiflora, Orthosia umbrosa, Orthosia stenophylla, Orthosia dusenii, Orthosia extra-axillaris, Orthosia glaberrima, Orthosia misera, Orthosia ramosa, Orthosia rubens, Orthosia smaragdina, Orthosia stipitata, Orthosia cynanchoides, Orthosia woodii, Orthosia guilleminiana, Orthosia pearcei, Orthosia bonplandiana, Orthosia calycina, Orthosia cardozoi, Orthosia henriqueana, Orthosia meridensis, Orthosia parviflora, Orthosia pubescens, Orthosia selloana, Orthosia stannardii, Orthosia ventensis, Orthosia angustifolia,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50282755: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
Warren Douglas Stevens (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Stevens' in the authors string.