Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 25(Misc.): 66 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385158
Common Names
- Galbanifera Opoidia
- Galbanifera Spurge
- Galbanifera Milkweed
Description
Opoidia galbanifera (also called 'Galbanifera Opoidia', 'Opoidia' and 'Galbanifera Opoidia Plant', among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial, woody shrub native to Europe and Asia. It has bright green, glossy leaves and produces clusters of small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas, usually near water.
Uses & Benefits
Opoidia galbanifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Opoidia galbanifera has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Opoidia galbanifera is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Rhizomes should be divided in the spring or summer and planted in a light, well-draining soil. Keep the rhizomes moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Opoidia galbanifera
Opoidia galbanifera is native to India and can be found in the states of Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan.
Opoidia galbanifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Opoidia galbanifera?
Opoidia galbanifera
What is the common name of Opoidia galbanifera?
Galbanifera opoidia
What is the family of Opoidia galbanifera?
Apiaceae
Species in the Opoidia genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,