Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
guizhouensis
ID:
1318459

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.D.Yang & G.Q.Gou

Source:
ipni

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 95: 122. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330913

Common Names

  • Ophiorrhiza Guizhouensis
  • Guizhouensis Ophiorrhiza
  • Guizhou Ophiorrhiza

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Description

Ophiorrhiza guizhouensis (also called Guizhou Ophiorrhiza, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to China. It is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and is often found growing in the understory.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiorrhiza guizhouensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cold, and cough. It is also used as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiorrhiza guizhouensis has small, yellow flowers with a single petal and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiorrhiza guizhouensis is a perennial herb that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Ophiorrhiza guizhouensis

Ophiorrhiza guizhouensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Ophiorrhiza guizhouensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza guizhouensis?

Ophiorrhiza guizhouensis

What is the family of Ophiorrhiza guizhouensis?

Rubiaceae

Where is Ophiorrhiza guizhouensis native to?

China

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

Guang Qian Gou: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Q.Gou' in the authors string.
Chuan Dong Yang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Yang' in the authors string.