Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
exigua
ID:
257656

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.L.Li) H.S.Lo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 9: 301 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000256988

Common Names

  • Exigua Ophiorrhiza
  • Ophiorrhiza Exigua
  • Exigu Ophiorrhiza

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Synonyms

  • Geophila exigua H.L.Li [valid]

Description

Ophiorrhiza exigua (also called Dwarf Snake Root, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to China, India, and Nepal, and it grows in moist forests, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It is a perennial herb with a woody base and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiorrhiza exigua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ophiorrhiza exigua 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 exigua is a perennial herb with a woody rootstock. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 20 cm apart.

Where to Find Ophiorrhiza exigua

Ophiorrhiza exigua is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Indonesia.

Ophiorrhiza exigua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza exigua?

Ophiorrhiza exigua

What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza exigua?

Slender Snake Root

What is the natural habitat of Ophiorrhiza exigua?

Ophiorrhiza exigua is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

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-140359: Based on the initial data import
Li Huilin (1911-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.L.Li' in the authors string.
Hsien Shui Lo (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Lo' in the authors string.