Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 25: 66 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089530
Common Names
- Many-flowered Ophryosporus
- Many-flowered Broomweed
- Many-flowered Broom-rape
Synonyms
- Piqueria floribunda DC. [unknown]
Description
Ophryosporus floribundus (also called Floribundus Ophryosporus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the United States and Mexico and is found in dry, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Ophryosporus floribundus is a flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory issues. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ophryosporus floribundus has yellow flowers with a flat-topped inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ophryosporus floribundus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Ophryosporus floribundus
Ophryosporus floribundus is native to the United States and can be found in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington.
Ophryosporus floribundus FAQ
What type of plant is Ophryosporus floribundus?
Ophryosporus floribundus is a shrub.
Where does Ophryosporus floribundus grow?
Ophryosporus floribundus is native to South America.
What is the average height of Ophryosporus floribundus?
Ophryosporus floribundus typically grows to a height of 2-3 meters.
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,