Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
volubilis
ID:
257529

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br. ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 3: 435 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000256861



Common Names

  • Opercularia Volubilis
  • Volubilis Opercularia
  • Twining Opercularia


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Description

Opercularia volubilis (also called Twining Stinkweed, 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

Opercularia volubilis 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

Opercularia volubilis has yellow flowers with a red-brown center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Opercularia volubilis is an evergreen 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 Opercularia volubilis

Opercularia volubilis can be found in tropical Asia, from India to southern China and southeast to New Guinea.

Opercularia volubilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Opercularia volubilis?

Opercularia volubilis

What is the common name of Opercularia volubilis?

Volubilis

What is the natural habitat of Opercularia volubilis?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-140237: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.