Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
herbacea
ID:
255618

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Roxb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1814

Citation Micro:
Hort. Bengal. : 11 (1814)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254950

Common Names

  • Oldenlandia herbacea
  • Herbaceous Oldenlandia
  • Oldenlandia herbacea

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Synonyms

  • Hedyotis herbacea L. [valid]
  • Hedyotis heynii R.Br. [unknown]
  • Oldenlandia stricta K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Oldenlandia herbacea (also called Herbacea Oldenlandia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has small white flowers and is native to China. It is found in grasslands, open forests, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Oldenlandia herbacea is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oldenlandia herbacea var. goetzei Bremek.
Oldenlandia herbacea var. herbacea
Oldenlandia herbacea var. holstii (K.Schum.) Bremek.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oldenlandia herbacea has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenlandia herbacea is a small, evergreen herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Oldenlandia herbacea

Oldenlandia herbacea can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Oldenlandia herbacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia herbacea?

Oldenlandia herbacea

What is the family of Oldenlandia herbacea?

Rubiaceae

Where is Oldenlandia herbacea native to?

Tropical Asia

Species in the Oldenlandia genus

Oldenlandia ascedens, Oldenlandia acicularis, Oldenlandia adscensionis, Oldenlandia aegialodes, Oldenlandia aemulans, Oldenlandia affinis, Oldenlandia apoensis, Oldenlandia arenarioides, Oldenlandia aretioides, Oldenlandia aridosa, Oldenlandia balfourii, Oldenlandia banksii, Oldenlandia bicornuta, Oldenlandia boscii, Oldenlandia brachypetala, Oldenlandia brachyphylla, Oldenlandia breviflora, Oldenlandia cana, Oldenlandia capensis, Oldenlandia capillipes, Oldenlandia capituligera, Oldenlandia chevalieri, Oldenlandia chiovendae, Oldenlandia ciliata, Oldenlandia ciliolata, Oldenlandia clausa, Oldenlandia comata, Oldenlandia contracta, Oldenlandia corymbosa, Oldenlandia cryptocarpa, Oldenlandia cyperoides, Oldenlandia debilis, Oldenlandia decipiens, Oldenlandia densiflora, Oldenlandia dinteri, Oldenlandia drymarioides, Oldenlandia duemmeri, Oldenlandia dusenii, Oldenlandia echinulosa, Oldenlandia erythraeoides, Oldenlandia fastigiata, Oldenlandia filicaulis, Oldenlandia filifolia, Oldenlandia flosculosa, Oldenlandia forcipitistipula, Oldenlandia friesiorum, Oldenlandia geophila, Oldenlandia grandis, Oldenlandia gregaria, Oldenlandia herbacea,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-138441: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.