Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
munnarensis
ID:
257805

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.E.C.Fisch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1938: 35 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257137

Common Names

  • Munnar Snake Root
  • Munnar Woodruff
  • Munnar Starwort

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Description

Ophiorrhiza munnarensis (also called Munnar 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 munnarensis 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 munnarensis is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiorrhiza munnarensis 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 munnarensis

Ophiorrhiza munnarensis is native to tropical Asia.

Ophiorrhiza munnarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza munnarensis?

Ophiorrhiza munnarensis

What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza munnarensis?

Munnar rootstock

What is the natural habitat of Ophiorrhiza munnarensis?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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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