Status:
valid
Authors:
Sagást. & E.Rodr.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Revista Peru. Biol. 15(1): 21 (-23; fig. 1) (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029357
Common Names
- Ophryosporus Marchii
- March's Ophryosporus
- Marchii Ophryosporus
Description
Ophryosporus marchii (also called March's ophryosporus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of leaves with yellow flowers and a thick, woody stem. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ophryosporus marchii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ophryosporus marchii has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ophryosporus marchii is a shrub native to New Zealand. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Ophryosporus marchii
Ophryosporus marchii is found in the mountains of the Mediterranean region.
Ophryosporus marchii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophryosporus marchii?
Ophryosporus marchii
What is the common name of Ophryosporus marchii?
March's Ophryosporus
What is the natural habitat of Ophryosporus marchii?
Dry grasslands and scrublands
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
Eric Rodríguez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Rodr.' in the authors string.