Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 23: 399 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136321
Common Names
- Ophryosporus Hoppii
- Hoppii Ophryosporus
- Hoppii's Ophryosporus
Synonyms
- Trychinolepis hoppii B.L.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Ophryosporus hoppii (also called Hopp's Ophryosporus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has deeply lobed leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ophryosporus hoppii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food and shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ophryosporus hoppii has small yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ophryosporus hoppii is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Ophryosporus hoppii
Ophryosporus hoppii is native to the Caribbean. It is found in moist, shady areas in montane forests.
Ophryosporus hoppii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophryosporus hoppii?
Ophryosporus hoppii
What is the common name of Ophryosporus hoppii?
Hopp's Ophryosporus
Where does Ophryosporus hoppii grow?
It is native to Chile and Argentina
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,