Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
shendurunii
ID:
257930

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.E.S.Khan, E.S.S.Kumar & Pushp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 95: 317 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257262

Common Names

  • Snake Root
  • Jungle Flag
  • Jungle Flag Root

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Description

Ophiorrhiza shendurunii (also called Shendurun-root, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant native to India. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and has a creeping rhizome with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiorrhiza shendurunii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its showy flowers and attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ophiorrhiza shendurunii 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 shendurunii is a tropical plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and is tolerant of both dry and wet conditions. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ophiorrhiza shendurunii

Ophiorrhiza shendurunii can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Ophiorrhiza shendurunii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza shendurunii?

Ophiorrhiza shendurunii

What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza shendurunii?

Shendurunii Snake Root

What is the habitat of Ophiorrhiza shendurunii?

Ophiorrhiza shendurunii is found in moist forests in India and Sri Lanka.

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-140611: Based on the initial data import
Ettickal Sukumaran Santhosh Kumar (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.S.S.Kumar' in the authors string.
A.E.Shanavas Khan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.S.Khan' in the authors string.
P. Pushpangadan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pushp.' in the authors string.