Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
freyreysii
ID:
45494

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. (Martius) 6(2): 188 1876

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044823



Common Names

  • Ophryosporus freyreysii
  • Freyreys' Ophryosporus
  • Ophryosporus Freyreysii


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Description

Ophryosporus freyreysii (also called Ophryosporus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It is a small plant, with a height of up to 40 cm. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ophryosporus freyreysii is used as a medicinal plant and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophryosporus freyreysii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. Its seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophryosporus freyreysii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting in containers, use a well-draining potting mix and fertilize regularly. When planting in the ground, prepare the soil by adding organic matter and fertilize regularly.

Where to Find Ophryosporus freyreysii

Ophryosporus freyreysii is native to South America and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Peru and Bolivia.

Ophryosporus freyreysii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophryosporus freyreysii?

Ophryosporus freyreysii

What is the family of Ophryosporus freyreysii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Ophryosporus freyreysii?

Freyreys' Ophryosporus

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-143353: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.