Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pilulifera
ID:
255843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pit.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 3: 136 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255175

Common Names

  • Pilulifera Oldenlandia
  • Oldenlandia pilulifera
  • Oldenlandia

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Synonyms

  • Hedyotis pilulifera (Pit.) Tran Ngoc Ninh [unknown]

Description

Oldenlandia pilulifera (also called Pilulifera, among many other common names) is a small, annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, and is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oldenlandia pilulifera is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oldenlandia pilulifera has white flowers with yellow centers, small, black seeds, and small, green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenlandia pilulifera can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, the plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Oldenlandia pilulifera

Oldenlandia pilulifera can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Oldenlandia pilulifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia pilulifera?

Oldenlandia pilulifera

What is the common name of Oldenlandia pilulifera?

Pill-bearing Oldenlandia

What are the uses of Oldenlandia pilulifera?

It is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

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,