Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
cordata
ID:
257620

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.L.Sha ex H.S.Lo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Cat. Type Spec. China Suppl. 189. 1999

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000256952

Common Names

  • Cordata Ophiorrhiza
  • Cordata Woodroot
  • Woodroot

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Description

Ophiorrhiza cordata (also called 'Mountain-mahogany', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with dark green, glossy leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, and is found in moist, tropical forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiorrhiza cordata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ophiorrhiza cordata is a white or cream-colored, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate with heart-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiorrhiza cordata can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils in part shade. It can tolerate full sun in cooler climates, but will need protection from the hot afternoon sun in hotter climates.

Where to Find Ophiorrhiza cordata

Ophiorrhiza cordata can be found in tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China and Japan.

Ophiorrhiza cordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza cordata?

Ophiorrhiza cordata

What is the family of Ophiorrhiza cordata?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza cordata?

Heart-leaved 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-140326: Based on the initial data import
Wen Lan Sha: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Sha' in the authors string.
Hsien Shui Lo (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Lo' in the authors string.