Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
schlenckerae
ID:
257920

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Bailey

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Queensland Agric. J. 24: 21 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257252

Common Names

  • Snake Root
  • Jungle Flag
  • Jungle Flag Root

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Description

Ophiorrhiza schlenckerae (also called Schlencker's Snake Root, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It grows in moist forests, thickets, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiorrhiza schlenckerae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ophiorrhiza schlenckerae is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiorrhiza schlenckerae is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is grown from seed or cuttings and prefers moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. It is relatively easy to propagate and can be divided in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist potting mix.

Where to Find Ophiorrhiza schlenckerae

Ophiorrhiza schlenckerae can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Ophiorrhiza schlenckerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza schlenckerae?

Ophiorrhiza schlenckerae

What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza schlenckerae?

Schlencker's Ophiorrhiza

What is the family of Ophiorrhiza schlenckerae?

Rubiaceae

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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