Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hivoanus
ID:
60531

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Deg. & Sherff) R.K.Shannon & W.L.Wagner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Allertonia 7(4): 282 (1997): (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059860



Common Names

  • Hivo's Oparanthus
  • Hivo Oparanthus
  • Hivo's Starflower


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Description

Oparanthus hivoanus (also called Hiva Oparanthus, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with yellow flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, and is commonly found in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oparanthus hivoanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oparanthus hivoanus has yellow flowers with a single row of petals, and its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oparanthus hivoanus is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to divide the rootstock in the spring or fall. Plant the divisions at the same depth as the original plant and water them well.

Where to Find Oparanthus hivoanus

Oparanthus hivoanus is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Oparanthus hivoanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oparanthus hivoanus?

Oparanthus hivoanus

What type of plant is Oparanthus hivoanus?

Perennial herb

Where does Oparanthus hivoanus grow?

Native to Madagascar

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-16927: Based on the initial data import
Earl Edward Sherff (1886-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sherff' in the authors string.
Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
Otto Degener (1899-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Deg.' in the authors string.
Robynn K. Shannon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.K.Shannon' in the authors string.