Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Meded. Rijks-Herb. 23: 17 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253619
Common Names
- Cucullifera Basil
- Cucullifera Tulsi
- Cucullifera Sacred Basil
Synonyms
- Chitonanthera cucullifera J.J.Sm. [unknown]
Description
Octarrhena cucullifera (also called Hooded Octarrhena, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Arfak Mountains of West Papua, Indonesia. It grows in montane and submontane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Octarrhena cucullifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Octarrhena cucullifera has white flowers with a yellow tinge and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Octarrhena cucullifera is a tropical shrub that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix that is kept lightly moist. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Octarrhena cucullifera
Octarrhena cucullifera can be found in the Philippines.
Octarrhena cucullifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octarrhena cucullifera?
Octarrhena cucullifera
What is the family of Octarrhena cucullifera?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Octarrhena cucullifera?
Cuculliferous Octarrhena
Species in the Octarrhena genus
Octarrhena amesiana,
Octarrhena angraecoides,
Octarrhena aristata,
Octarrhena bilabrata,
Octarrhena calceiformis,
Octarrhena celebica,
Octarrhena cordata,
Octarrhena cucullifera,
Octarrhena cupulilabra,
Octarrhena cylindrica,
Octarrhena cymbiformis,
Octarrhena elmeri,
Octarrhena ensifolia,
Octarrhena exigua,
Octarrhena filiformis,
Octarrhena firmula,
Octarrhena gemmifera,
Octarrhena gibbosa,
Octarrhena goliathensis,
Octarrhena hastipetala,
Octarrhena lorentzii,
Octarrhena macgregorii,
Octarrhena miniata,
Octarrhena oberonioides,
Octarrhena obovata,
Octarrhena parvula,
Octarrhena platyrachis,
Octarrhena purpurei-ocellata,
Octarrhena pusilla,
Octarrhena saccolabioides,
Octarrhena salmonea,
Octarrhena tenuis,
Octarrhena torricellensis,
Octarrhena trigona,
Octarrhena umbellulata,
Octarrhena vanvuurenii,
Octarrhena vitellina,
Octarrhena wariana,
Octarrhena angustifolia,
Octarrhena angustissima,
Octarrhena aporoides,
Octarrhena brassii,
Octarrhena falcifolia,
Octarrhena gracilis,
Octarrhena latipetala,
Octarrhena podochiloides,
Octarrhena reflexa,
Octarrhena spathulata,
Octarrhena uniflora,
Octarrhena mendumiana,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,