Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pedunculata
ID:
798384

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schanzer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 32: 141 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000797717

Common Names

  • Ophiorrhiza Pedunculata
  • Pedunculata Ophiorrhiza
  • Pedunculata's Ophiorrhiza

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Description

Ophiorrhiza pedunculata (also called Pedunculate Ophiorrhiza, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiorrhiza pedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiorrhiza pedunculata has small white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiorrhiza pedunculata is a small shrub that grows in dry, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Ophiorrhiza pedunculata

Ophiorrhiza pedunculata can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Ophiorrhiza pedunculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza pedunculata?

Ophiorrhiza pedunculata

What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza pedunculata?

Pedunculate Ophiorrhiza

What is the natural habitat of Ophiorrhiza pedunculata?

Dry forests and woodlands

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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