Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
repens
ID:
78199

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Ciencia (Mexico) 21: 27 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077528



Common Names

  • Oritrophium repens
  • Repens
  • Oritrophium


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Synonyms

  • Erigeron repens Wedd. [unknown]
  • Aster repens Kunth [unknown]
  • Erigeron repens repens [unknown]

Description

Oritrophium repens (also called 'Creeping Orache', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has narrow, linear leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in moist, open areas such as riverbanks and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Oritrophium repens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has antifungal, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties that can be used to treat skin conditions, digestive problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oritrophium repens is a small yellow flower with a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small, brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oritrophium repens is a perennial herb native to Europe and North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and divisions should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Oritrophium repens

Oritrophium repens is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in dry, open areas such as meadows, fields, and roadsides.

Oritrophium repens FAQ

What type of plant is Oritrophium repens?

Oritrophium repens is a type of perennial herb.

Where does Oritrophium repens grow?

Oritrophium repens is native to Europe.

What is the scientific name of Oritrophium repens?

The scientific name of Oritrophium repens is Oritrophium repens.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-34157: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.