Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tiva
ID:
1319401

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.L.Wagner & Lorence

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 4: 141 (-144; figs. 1, 3C) (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331855



Common Names

  • Oparanthus tiva
  • Tiva Oparanthus
  • Tiva's Oparanthus


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Description

Oparanthus tiva (also called Tiva Oparanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves, and can grow up to 10 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oparanthus tiva has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat. It also has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can help protect the body from damage caused by free radicals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oparanthus tiva are yellow with a white center and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oparanthus tiva is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers, and is often used as a ground cover in gardens.

Where to Find Oparanthus tiva

Oparanthus tiva is native to New Zealand and can be found in the North Island.

Oparanthus tiva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oparanthus tiva?

Oparanthus tiva

What is the common name of Oparanthus tiva?

Tiva Oparanthus

What is the family of Oparanthus tiva?

Asteraceae

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

Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
David H. Lorence (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorence' in the authors string.