Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
65144

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sm.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 25: 66 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064473

Common Names

  • Downy Ophryosporus
  • Ophryosporus pubescens
  • Downy False-aster

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Description

Ophryosporus pubescens (also called Hairy Ophryosporus, among many other common names) is a shrub with white flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is native to South America and is found in open woods and grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ophryosporus pubescens is a small shrub native to Mexico. It is used in traditional Mexican medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ophryosporus pubescens is a yellow-green color with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophryosporus pubescens is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with an established root system. Plant the sections in a well-drained, sandy soil and keep moist.

Where to Find Ophryosporus pubescens

Ophryosporus pubescens is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Ophryosporus pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophryosporus pubescens?

Ophryosporus pubescens

What is the common name of Ophryosporus pubescens?

Woolly-stemmed Ophryosporus

What is the natural habitat of Ophryosporus pubescens?

Grassy slopes, roadsides, and open woodlands

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-2142: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.