Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
grandibracteolata
ID:
257683

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.C.How ex H.S.Lo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 10(2): 43 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257015

Common Names

  • Grandibracteolata Ophiorrhiza
  • Ophiorrhiza Grandibracteolata
  • Grandibracteolat Ophiorrhiza

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Description

Ophiorrhiza grandibracteolata (also called Large-Bracted 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 grandibracteolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiorrhiza grandibracteolata has white flowers with purple spots and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiorrhiza grandibracteolata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Ophiorrhiza grandibracteolata

Ophiorrhiza grandibracteolata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India and Sri Lanka.

Ophiorrhiza grandibracteolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza grandibracteolata?

Ophiorrhiza grandibracteolata

What is the family of Ophiorrhiza grandibracteolata?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza grandibracteolata?

None

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-140385: Based on the initial data import
Foon Chew How (1908-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.C.How' in the authors string.
Hsien Shui Lo (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Lo' in the authors string.