Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
longii
ID:
257770

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.I.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 53: 104 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257102

Common Names

  • Long's Snake Root
  • Long's Woodruff
  • Long's Starwort

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Description

Ophiorrhiza longii (also called Long's Root, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often in areas with limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiorrhiza longii is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiorrhiza longii has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiorrhiza longii is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°C (50°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Ophiorrhiza longii

Ophiorrhiza longii is native to tropical Asia.

Ophiorrhiza longii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza longii?

Ophiorrhiza longii

What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza longii?

Long's Snake Root

What type of plant is Ophiorrhiza longii?

Herbaceous perennial

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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