Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
ophiorrhizoides
ID:
538230

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) B.L.Burtt & R.A.Davidson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 21: 233 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537562

Common Names

  • Anna ophiorrhizoides
  • Snake-root Anna
  • Snake-root Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Didissandra sinoophiorrhizoides W.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Lysionotus ophiorrhizoides Hemsl. [unknown]

Description

Anna ophiorrhizoides (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a creeping rhizome. It is native to South Africa and grows in moist grasslands, open woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Anna ophiorrhizoides is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and borders. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and produces small, white flowers in the spring. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to control erosion on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anna ophiorrhizoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anna ophiorrhizoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Anna ophiorrhizoides

Anna ophiorrhizoides can be found in North America, especially in wet areas.

Anna ophiorrhizoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anna ophiorrhizoides?

Anna ophiorrhizoides

What is the common name of Anna ophiorrhizoides?

Ophiorrhizoides Anna

What is the natural habitat of Anna ophiorrhizoides?

Dry, sandy or rocky soils in tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2640559: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
Robert A. Davidson (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Davidson' in the authors string.