Rubia ovatifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Z.Ying Zhang
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
J. Wuhan Bot. Res. 24(3): 212. 2006 [Jun 2006]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810049
Common Names
- Rubia ovatifolia
- Ovatifolia
- Ovatifolia Rubia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rubia ovatifolia (also called 'Ovate-leaved Madder', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Europe and Asia. It has a single, erect stem with ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils, and is often found growing in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Rubia ovatifolia has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rubia ovatifolia is a small, pink, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rubia ovatifolia is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, fertile soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Rubia ovatifolia
Rubia ovatifolia is native to India.
Rubia ovatifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rubia ovatifolia?
Rubia ovatifolia
What are the common names of Rubia ovatifolia?
Ovate-leaved madder
What is the natural habitat of Rubia ovatifolia?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia
Species in the Rubia genus
Rubia agostinhoi, Rubia aitchisonii, Rubia alaica, Rubia alata, Rubia albicaulis, Rubia angustisissima, Rubia argyi, Rubia atropurpurea, Rubia balearica, Rubia caramanica, Rubia charifolia, Rubia chinensis, Rubia chitralensis, Rubia clematidifolia, Rubia cordifolia, Rubia crassipes, Rubia cretacea, Rubia davisiana, Rubia deserticola, Rubia discolor, Rubia dolichophylla, Rubia edgeworthii, Rubia falciformis, Rubia filiformis, Rubia florida, Rubia fruticosa, Rubia garrettii, Rubia gedrosiaca, Rubia haematantha, Rubia hexaphylla, Rubia himalayensis, Rubia hispidicaulis, Rubia horrida, Rubia infundibularis, Rubia jesoensis, Rubia komarovii, Rubia krascheninnikovii, Rubia laevissima, Rubia latipetala, Rubia laurae, Rubia laxiflora, Rubia linii, Rubia magna, Rubia mandersii, Rubia manjith, Rubia membranacea, Rubia oncotricha, Rubia oppositifolia, Rubia pallida, Rubia pauciflora,
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-348279: Based on the initial data import
Zhi Ying Zhang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Ying Zhang' in the authors string.