Ophiorrhiza treutleri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
treutleri
ID:
257977
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 83 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257309
Common Names
- Ophiorrhiza treutleri
- Treutleri Snake-root
- Treutleri Coral-root
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ophiorrhiza treutleri (also called 'Treutler's Ophiorrhiza', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Himalayas, India, and Southeast Asia. It grows in forests and grasslands at elevations of 600–2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Ophiorrhiza treutleri 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 treutleri 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ophiorrhiza treutleri 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 treutleri
Ophiorrhiza treutleri can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Ophiorrhiza treutleri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza treutleri?
Ophiorrhiza treutleri
What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza treutleri?
Treutler's Snake Root
What is the natural habitat of Ophiorrhiza treutleri?
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-140654: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.