Status:
valid
Authors:
Elmer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 9: 3212 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257332
Common Names
- Zambalensis Ophiorrhiza
- Snake Root
- Mountain Snake Root
Description
Ophiorrhiza zambalensis (also called White-Fruited Ophiorrhiza, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white fruits and small, white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, shaded forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ophiorrhiza zambalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ophiorrhiza zambalensis has small white flowers with yellowish-greenish petals and a yellowish-greenish center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ophiorrhiza zambalensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers a warm, humid environment and does best in partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or by stem cuttings. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few months. Prune regularly to keep the plant compact and tidy.
Where to Find Ophiorrhiza zambalensis
Ophiorrhiza zambalensis can be found in the Philippines.
Ophiorrhiza zambalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophiorrhiza zambalensis?
Ophiorrhiza zambalensis
What is the common name of Ophiorrhiza zambalensis?
Zambal Coffee
What is the natural habitat of Ophiorrhiza zambalensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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,