Ophiorrhiza medogensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
medogensis
ID:
257791
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Li
Source:
wcs
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 18: 116 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257123
Common Names
- Medog Snake Root
- Medog Woodruff
- Medog Starwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ophiorrhiza medogensis (also called Medog Snake Root, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. It grows in forests, thickets, and along roadsides. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white or pinkish in color.
Uses & Benefits
Ophiorrhiza medogensis 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
The flower of Ophiorrhiza medogensis is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small and white.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ophiorrhiza medogensis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to maintain a desired shape. It can also be grown in containers.
Where to Find Ophiorrhiza medogensis
Ophiorrhiza medogensis is native to China.
Ophiorrhiza medogensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza medogensis?
Ophiorrhiza medogensis
What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza medogensis?
Medog Snake Root
What type of plant is Ophiorrhiza medogensis?
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-140484: Based on the initial data import
Li Heng (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Li' in the authors string.