Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
orophila
ID:
457208

Status:
valid

Authors:
Troupin

Source:
ksu

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 47: 251 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456540



Common Names

  • Orophila Tinospora
  • Tinospora Orophila
  • Orophila Vine


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Description

Tinospora orophila (also called Orophila Tinospora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Menispermaceae. It is a climbing shrub, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India east to Indonesia. It grows in lowland rainforest, as well as in dry woodland and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Tinospora orophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of wood for making furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tinospora orophila has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, brown, and winged. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tinospora orophila is a fast-growing, evergreen climber that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate light frost and is drought tolerant. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Tinospora orophila

Tinospora orophila can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Tinospora orophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tinospora orophila?

Tinospora orophila

What is the common name of Tinospora orophila?

Orophila Turraea

What is the natural habitat of Tinospora orophila?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Tinospora genus

Tinospora sagittata, Tinospora sumatrana, Tinospora subcordata, Tinospora smilacina, Tinospora siamensis, Tinospora teysmannii, Tinospora penninervifolia, Tinospora palminervis, Tinospora orophila, Tinospora trilobata, Tinospora tinosporoides, Tinospora glandulosa, Tinospora glabra, Tinospora coriacea, Tinospora dissitiflora, Tinospora macrocarpa, Tinospora neocaledonica, Tinospora merrilliana, Tinospora caffra, Tinospora homosepala, Tinospora hirsuta, Tinospora celebica, Tinospora nudiflora, Tinospora bakis, Tinospora baenzigeri, Tinospora arfakiana, Tinospora esiangkara, Tinospora formanii, Tinospora cordifolia, Tinospora fragosa, Tinospora tenera, Tinospora uviforme, Tinospora mossambicensis, Tinospora oblongifolia, Tinospora sinensis, Tinospora hainanensis, Tinospora guangxiensis, Tinospora crispa, Tinospora dentata, Tinospora maqsoodiana,

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,