Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
tirunelvelica
ID:
257970

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.N.Henry & Subr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 12: 277 (1970 publ. 1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257302

Common Names

  • Ophiorrhiza tirunelvelica
  • Tirunelvelica Snake-root
  • Tirunelvelica Coral-root

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Description

Ophiorrhiza tirunelvelica (also called Tirunelveli-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 tirunelvelica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiorrhiza tirunelvelica has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and thin with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiorrhiza tirunelvelica 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 tirunelvelica

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

Ophiorrhiza tirunelvelica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza tirunelvelica?

Ophiorrhiza tirunelvelica

What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza tirunelvelica?

Tirunelveli Snake Root

What is the natural habitat of Ophiorrhiza tirunelvelica?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

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-140648: Based on the initial data import
Ambrose Nathaniel Henry (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.N.Henry' in the authors string.
Krishnaier Subramanyam (1915-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Subr.' in the authors string.