Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
brachycarpa
ID:
257585

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bot. Tidsskr. 24: 331 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000256917

Common Names

  • Ophiorrhiza brachycarpa
  • Brachycarpa Ophiorrhiza
  • Short-fruited Ophiorrhiza

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Synonyms

  • Ophiorrhiza kratensis Craib [valid]

Description

Ophiorrhiza brachycarpa (also called Short-Fruited Snake Root, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and also in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiorrhiza brachycarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ophiorrhiza brachycarpa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and have a white, fuzzy appearance.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiorrhiza brachycarpa 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 brachycarpa

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

Ophiorrhiza brachycarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza brachycarpa?

Ophiorrhiza brachycarpa

What is the family of Ophiorrhiza brachycarpa?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza brachycarpa?

Brachycarpa 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