Opsicarpium insignis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
391197
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mozaff.
Source:
ksu
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 88(2): 93 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390529
Common Names
- Insignis Opsicarpium
- Insignis Wild Opsicarpium
- Insignis Dioscorea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Opsicarpium insignis (also called 'Tropical Yam', among many other common names) is a perennial climber with tuberous roots native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Opsicarpium insignis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes. It can also be used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Opsicarpium insignis are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Opsicarpium insignis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept warm and moist until they germinate. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting. Once established, the plant should be watered sparingly and kept in a sunny location.
Where to Find Opsicarpium insignis
Opsicarpium insignis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Opsicarpium insignis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Opsicarpium insignis?
Opsicarpium insignis
What is the common name of Opsicarpium insignis?
Insignis Opuntia
What is the natural habitat of Opsicarpium insignis?
Deserts and scrublands
Species in the Opsicarpium 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,
References
Valiolah Mozaffarian (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mozaff.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60431917-2: Based on the initial data import