Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
paradoxus
ID:
10534

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. & Arn.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex B.D.Jacks.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Index Kew. 2(3): 354 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009863

Common Names

  • Ophryosporus Paradoxus
  • Paradoxus Ophryosporus
  • Paradoxus

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Synonyms

  • Stevia baccharoides F.Meigen [unknown]
  • Eupatorium paradoxum Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Nothites baccharidea DC. [unknown]

Description

Ophryosporus paradoxus (also called Paradoxical Ophryosporus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with yellow flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Ophryosporus paradoxus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ophryosporus paradoxus is yellow and has many petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophryosporus paradoxus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Ophryosporus paradoxus

Ophryosporus paradoxus can be found in the Caribbean, including parts of Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic.

Ophryosporus paradoxus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophryosporus paradoxus?

Ophryosporus paradoxus

Where does Ophryosporus paradoxus grow?

Ophryosporus paradoxus is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the common name of Ophryosporus paradoxus?

Ophryosporus paradoxus is commonly known as 'everlasting'.

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Daydon Jackson (1846-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.D.Jacks.' in the authors string.