Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
rosulata
ID:
255921

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 23: 416 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255253

Common Names

  • Oldenlandia rosulata
  • Rosulate Oldenlandia
  • Oldenlandia

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Description

Oldenlandia rosulata (also called 'Rosulate Oldenlandia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa, India, and Southeast Asia. It grows in open, grassy areas, and is often found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Oldenlandia rosulata is used in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used to reduce inflammation and to treat skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oldenlandia rosulata var. rosulata
Oldenlandia rosulata var. littoralis Verdc.
Oldenlandia rosulata var. parviflora Bremek.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oldenlandia rosulata has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oldenlandia rosulata can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Oldenlandia rosulata

Oldenlandia rosulata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Oldenlandia rosulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oldenlandia rosulata?

Oldenlandia rosulata

What is the common name of Oldenlandia rosulata?

Rosulate Oldenlandia

What are the uses of Oldenlandia rosulata?

It is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

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