Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth. ex Baker
Source:
gcc
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(2): 188 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036441
Common Names
- Ophryosporus cumingii
- Cuming's Mistletoe
- Christmas Mistletoe
Description
Ophryosporus cumingii (also called Cuming's Ophryosporus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is commonly found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Ophryosporus cumingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, respiratory problems, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ophryosporus cumingii is yellow and has a daisy-like shape. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ophryosporus cumingii is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by cuttings in summer. It needs regular watering and fertilizing for optimal growth.
Where to Find Ophryosporus cumingii
Ophryosporus cumingii is native to the Philippines and can be found in the provinces of Bataan and Zambales.
Ophryosporus cumingii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophryosporus cumingii?
Ophryosporus cumingii
What is the family of Ophryosporus cumingii?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Ophryosporus cumingii?
Cumingii Daisy
Species in the Ophryosporus genus
Ophryosporus angustifolius,
Ophryosporus paradoxus,
Ophryosporus kuntzei,
Ophryosporus burkartii,
Ophryosporus densiflorus,
Ophryosporus heptanthus,
Ophryosporus hartwegii,
Ophryosporus eleutherantherus,
Ophryosporus serratifolius,
Ophryosporus marchii,
Ophryosporus cumingii,
Ophryosporus mathewsii,
Ophryosporus bipinnatifidus,
Ophryosporus clavulatus,
Ophryosporus peruvianus,
Ophryosporus freyreysii,
Ophryosporus sagasteguii,
Ophryosporus macbridei,
Ophryosporus galioides,
Ophryosporus pubescens,
Ophryosporus steinbachii,
Ophryosporus anomalus,
Ophryosporus venosissimus,
Ophryosporus regnellii,
Ophryosporus lorentzii,
Ophryosporus sodiroi,
Ophryosporus piquerioides,
Ophryosporus floribundus,
Ophryosporus ferreyrae,
Ophryosporus sodiroi,
Ophryosporus carchiensis,
Ophryosporus johnstonii,
Ophryosporus triangularis,
Ophryosporus laxiflorus,
Ophryosporus apricus,
Ophryosporus macrodon,
Ophryosporus pinifolius,
Ophryosporus charua,
Ophryosporus chilca,
Ophryosporus ovatus,
Ophryosporus ferreyrii,
Ophryosporus axilliflorus,
Ophryosporus hoppii,
Ophryosporus organensis,
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,