Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
odorata
ID:
326120

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fukuy.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 52: 243 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000325452



Common Names

  • Tipularia odorata
  • Fragrant Tipularia
  • Odorata Tipularia


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Description

Tipularia odorata (also called Fragrant Tipularia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Tipulariaceae. It is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It typically grows in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tipularia odorata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make a herbal tea which is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tipularia odorata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tipularia odorata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Tipularia odorata

Tipularia odorata can be found in the mountains of central and western Japan.

Tipularia odorata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tipularia odorata?

Tipularia odorata

What is the common name of Tipularia odorata?

Fragrant crane fly

Where is Tipularia odorata found?

Tipularia odorata is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

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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