Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
microtheca
ID:
255772

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 428 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255104

Common Names

  • Microtheca Oldenlandia
  • Oldenlandia microtheca
  • Oldenlandia

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Synonyms

  • Oldenlandia deppeana DC. [valid]
  • Gerontogea deppeana Cham. & Schltdl. [valid]
  • Gerontogea microtheca Cham. & Schltdl. [valid]
  • Hedyotis deppeana Steud. [valid]
  • Hedyotis microtheca Steud. [valid]

Description

Oldenlandia microtheca (also called Small-sheathed Oldenlandia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oldenlandia microtheca is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used as a diuretic and to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oldenlandia microtheca is a small white or pinkish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenlandia microtheca is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of 18-22°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the cuttings at a temperature of 18-22°C and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Oldenlandia microtheca

Oldenlandia microtheca is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. It can be found in moist forests, grasslands, and other disturbed habitats.

Oldenlandia microtheca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia microtheca?

Oldenlandia microtheca

What are the common names of Oldenlandia microtheca?

Small-sheathed Oldenlandia, Small-sheathed False Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Oldenlandia microtheca?

It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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,