Status:
valid
Authors:
Schuit. & Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 743 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000256869
Common Names
- Ophioglossella chrysostoma
- Chrysostoma Adder's Tongue
- Golden Adder's Tongue
Description
Ophioglossella chrysostoma (also called Golden-tongued Ophioglossella, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a woody stem and is covered in bristly hairs. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Ophioglossella chrysostoma is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ophioglossella chrysostoma has small, yellow flowers with brown spots and a white lip. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ophioglossella chrysostoma is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soils but prefers a slightly acidic soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Ophioglossella chrysostoma
Ophioglossella chrysostoma can be found in tropical Asia, from India to southern China and southeast to New Guinea.
Ophioglossella chrysostoma FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophioglossella chrysostoma?
Ophioglossella chrysostoma
What is the common name of Ophioglossella chrysostoma?
Chrysostoma
What is the natural habitat of Ophioglossella chrysostoma?
Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands
Species in the Ophioglossella genus
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,