Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
filipes
ID:
712883

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Fang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
J. Trop. Subtrop. Bot. 6: 98 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712216



Common Names

  • Filipes Ophiopogon
  • Ophiopogon filipes
  • Filipes


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Description

Ophiopogon filipes (also called Thread-leaved Ophiopogon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is a woody climber with small, white flowers. It is native to tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, thickets, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ophiopogon filipes is used as a traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, as well as to reduce inflammation. It is also used to treat asthma, fever, and skin conditions. Additionally, it is used to improve memory and cognitive function.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophiopogon filipes has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophiopogon filipes is a fast-growing, semi-succulent, perennial climber that can be propagated by cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). The stems can be cut back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Ophiopogon filipes

Ophiopogon filipes can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Ophiopogon filipes FAQ

What is the common name of Ophiopogon filipes?

Filipe's Ophiopogon

What is the native range of Ophiopogon filipes?

India

What are the uses of Ophiopogon filipes?

It is used in traditional medicine for digestive disorders, fever, and other conditions

Species in the Ophiopogon genus

Ophiopogon bockianus, Ophiopogon clarkei, Ophiopogon clavatus, Ophiopogon cordylinoides, Ophiopogon dracaenoides, Ophiopogon griffithii, Ophiopogon intermedius, Ophiopogon jaburan, Ophiopogon japonicus, Ophiopogon longifolius, Ophiopogon malcolmsonii, Ophiopogon micranthus, Ophiopogon reptans, Ophiopogon umbraticola, Ophiopogon tienensis, Ophiopogon tonkinensis, Ophiopogon tsaii, Ophiopogon xylorrhizus, Ophiopogon sylvicola, Ophiopogon zingiberaceus, Ophiopogon sarmentosus, Ophiopogon pierrei, Ophiopogon pingbienensis, Ophiopogon planiscapus, Ophiopogon platyphyllus, Ophiopogon regnieri, Ophiopogon revolutus, Ophiopogon szechuanensis, Ophiopogon sparsiflorus, Ophiopogon stenophyllus, Ophiopogon subverticillatus, Ophiopogon reversus, Ophiopogon peliosanthoides, Ophiopogon mairei, Ophiopogon latifolius, Ophiopogon marmoratus, Ophiopogon megalanthus, Ophiopogon motouensis, Ophiopogon leptophyllus, Ophiopogon angustifoliatus, Ophiopogon siamensis, Ophiopogon kradungensis, Ophiopogon menglianensis, Ophiopogon confertifolius, Ophiopogon jiangchengensis, Ophiopogon yunnanensis, Ophiopogon lushuiensis, Ophiopogon sinensis, Ophiopogon multiflorus, Ophiopogon vietnamensis,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-283539: Based on the initial data import
Ding Fang (b.1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Fang' in the authors string.