Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
kuroiwai
ID:
257736

Status:
valid

Authors:
Makino

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 20: 5 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257068

Common Names

  • Ophiorrhiza Kuroiwai
  • Kuroiwai's Coral Root
  • Kuroiwai's Ophiorrhiza

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Synonyms

  • Ophiorrhiza japonica kuroiwae (Makino) Ohwi [valid]
  • Ophiorrhiza kotoensis Hatus. [valid]
  • Ophiorrhiza kuroiwai yaeyamensis (Ohwi) E.Walker [valid]
  • Ophiorrhiza liu-kiuensis Hayata [valid]
  • Ophiorrhiza liukiuensis parviflora Ohwi [valid]
  • Ophiorrhiza liukiuensis yaeyamensis Ohwi [valid]
  • Ophiorrhiza parviflora Hayata [illegitimate]

Description

Ophiorrhiza kuroiwai (also called Kuroiwai 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 kuroiwai is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, coughs, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ophiorrhiza kuroiwai is a small white or pinkish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiorrhiza kuroiwai is a tropical shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium.

Where to Find Ophiorrhiza kuroiwai

Ophiorrhiza kuroiwai can be found in Japan.

Ophiorrhiza kuroiwai FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza kuroiwai?

Ophiorrhiza kuroiwai

What is the family of Ophiorrhiza kuroiwai?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza kuroiwai?

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,

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