Ophiorrhiza pinatuboensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinatuboensis
ID:
627214
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ruhsam
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 157: 120 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626546
Common Names
- Ophiorrhiza pinatuboensis
- Pinatubo Ophiorrhiza
- Pinatubo Ophiorrhiza
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- Ophiorrhiza bicolor Elmer [illegitimate]
Description
Ophiorrhiza pinatuboensis (also called Ophiorrhiza, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a height of up to 10 meters. It is native to the Philippines and grows in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ophiorrhiza pinatuboensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ophiorrhiza pinatuboensis has white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark brown, round-shaped seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ophiorrhiza pinatuboensis is a perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are 10-15 cm tall. The plants prefer full sun and well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied in spring and summer.
Where to Find Ophiorrhiza pinatuboensis
Ophiorrhiza pinatuboensis is native to the Philippines.
Ophiorrhiza pinatuboensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza pinatuboensis?
Ophiorrhiza pinatuboensis
What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza pinatuboensis?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Ophiorrhiza pinatuboensis?
Tropical rainforest
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-274340: Based on the initial data import
Markus Ruhsam: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruhsam' in the authors string.