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
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.
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,