Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
mouretii
ID:
255782

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pit.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 3: 135 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255114

Common Names

  • Mouret's Oldenlandia
  • Oldenlandia mouretii
  • Moureti's Oldenlandia

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Description

Oldenlandia mouretii (also called Mouret's 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 mouretii 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

Oldenlandia mouretii has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenlandia mouretii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Oldenlandia mouretii

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

Oldenlandia mouretii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia mouretii?

Oldenlandia mouretii

What are the common names of Oldenlandia mouretii?

Mouret's Oldenlandia, Mouret's False Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Oldenlandia mouretii?

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,