Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ferreyrae
ID:
90918

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 84(5): 351 (-352) (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090247



Common Names

  • Ophryosporus Ferreyrae
  • Ferreyra's Ophryosporus
  • Ferreyra's Tree Daisy


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Description

Ophryosporus ferreyrae (also called Ferreyra's ophryosporus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has large, lobed leaves. It is found in dry grasslands, steppes, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Ophryosporus ferreyrae is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ophryosporus ferreyrae are small, yellow, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophryosporus ferreyrae is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by cuttings in the spring or summer. It can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer.

Where to Find Ophryosporus ferreyrae

Ophryosporus ferreyrae is native to South America and can be found in parts of Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay.

Ophryosporus ferreyrae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophryosporus ferreyrae?

Ophryosporus ferreyrae

What is the common name of Ophryosporus ferreyrae?

Ferreyra's Ophryosporus

What is the natural habitat of Ophryosporus ferreyrae?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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,