Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
exigua
ID:
254295

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 902 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253627

Common Names

  • Exigua Basil
  • Exigua Tulsi
  • Exigua Sacred Basil

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Description

Octarrhena exigua (also called Dwarf 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 exigua 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

The flower of Octarrhena exigua is a small white or pinkish-white flower with a short tube and five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Octarrhena exigua 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 exigua

Octarrhena exigua can be found in the Philippines.

Octarrhena exigua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Octarrhena exigua?

Octarrhena exigua

What is the family of Octarrhena exigua?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Octarrhena exigua?

Exiguous 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,

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