Status:
valid
Authors:
Keighery
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 13: 29 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000256838
Common Names
- Opercularia Loganioides
- Loganioides Opercularia
- Logan's Opercularia
Description
Opercularia loganioides (also called Logan's Stinkweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a woody stem and is covered in bristly hairs. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Opercularia loganioides is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Opercularia loganioides has small, white flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds are small and brown. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Opercularia loganioides is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Opercularia loganioides
Opercularia loganioides can be found in tropical Asia, from India to southern China and southeast to New Guinea.
Opercularia loganioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Opercularia loganioides?
Opercularia loganioides
What is the common name of Opercularia loganioides?
Loganioides
What is the natural habitat of Opercularia loganioides?
Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands
Species in the Opercularia genus
Opercularia acolytantha,
Opercularia apiciflora,
Opercularia aspera,
Opercularia diphylla,
Opercularia echinocephala,
Opercularia hirsuta,
Opercularia hispida,
Opercularia hispidula,
Opercularia loganioides,
Opercularia ovata,
Opercularia scabrida,
Opercularia spermacocea,
Opercularia turpis,
Opercularia vaginata,
Opercularia varia,
Opercularia volubilis,
Opercularia nubicola,
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,