Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
petrophila
ID:
257856

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.S.Lo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 10(2): 66 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257188

Common Names

  • Ophiorrhiza petrophila
  • Petrophila Ophiorrhiza
  • Petrophila Palm

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Description

Ophiorrhiza petrophila (also called Rock-loving Root, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to India, Sri Lanka, and China. It has a short stem and thick, fleshy roots. It typically grows in rocky, dry areas, such as cliffs and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiorrhiza petrophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ophiorrhiza petrophila are small and white, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiorrhiza petrophila is a herbaceous perennial that is native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought and frost tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions.

Where to Find Ophiorrhiza petrophila

Ophiorrhiza petrophila can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Ophiorrhiza petrophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza petrophila?

Ophiorrhiza petrophila

What is the family of Ophiorrhiza petrophila?

Rubiaceae

Where is Ophiorrhiza petrophila found?

India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand

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-140543: Based on the initial data import
Hsien Shui Lo (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Lo' in the authors string.