Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
aureolina
ID:
257563

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.S.Lo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 10(2): 34 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000256895

Common Names

  • Ophiorrhiza aureolina
  • Aureolina Ophiorrhiza
  • Golden Ophiorrhiza

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Synonyms

  • Ophiorrhiza aureolina aureolina [unknown]

Description

Ophiorrhiza aureolina (also called Golden Ophiorrhiza, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a rounded crown and multiple stems. The leaves are compound, with leaflets that are ovate or elliptic in shape. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are black drupes. It grows in forests, along streams, and in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiorrhiza aureolina is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiorrhiza aureolina has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiorrhiza aureolina is a small, evergreen shrub native to China and Japan. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Ophiorrhiza aureolina

Ophiorrhiza aureolina can be found in India, Nepal, and Myanmar.

Ophiorrhiza aureolina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza aureolina?

Ophiorrhiza aureolina

What is the family of Ophiorrhiza aureolina?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza aureolina?

Golden Ophiorrhiza

Species in the Ophiorrhiza genus

Ophiorrhiza acuminata, Ophiorrhiza acuminatissima, Ophiorrhiza affinis, Ophiorrhiza alata, Ophiorrhiza alatiflora, Ophiorrhiza albida, Ophiorrhiza alboensis, Ophiorrhiza amnicola, Ophiorrhiza amoena, Ophiorrhiza amplifolia, Ophiorrhiza angkae, Ophiorrhiza annamica, Ophiorrhiza anonyma, Ophiorrhiza arenicola, Ophiorrhiza argostemmoides, Ophiorrhiza aureolina, Ophiorrhiza australiana, Ophiorrhiza austroyunnanensis, Ophiorrhiza avenis, Ophiorrhiza axillaris, Ophiorrhiza barberi, Ophiorrhiza barnesii, Ophiorrhiza baviensis, Ophiorrhiza biakensis, Ophiorrhiza biflora, Ophiorrhiza biversifolia, Ophiorrhiza blumeana, Ophiorrhiza borii, Ophiorrhiza brachyantha, Ophiorrhiza brachycarpa, Ophiorrhiza bracteata, Ophiorrhiza brevidentata, Ophiorrhiza brevipes, Ophiorrhiza brunonis, Ophiorrhiza caespitulosa, Ophiorrhiza calliantha, Ophiorrhiza camiguinensis, Ophiorrhiza cana, Ophiorrhiza canescens, Ophiorrhiza cantoniensis, Ophiorrhiza carnosicaulis, Ophiorrhiza carstensensis, Ophiorrhiza caudata, Ophiorrhiza caudipetala, Ophiorrhiza chandrasekharanii, Ophiorrhiza chinensis, Ophiorrhiza chingii, Ophiorrhiza ciliata, Ophiorrhiza codyensis, Ophiorrhiza confertiflora,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-140272: Based on the initial data import
Hsien Shui Lo (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Lo' in the authors string.