Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
steinbachii
ID:
67485

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 77: 5 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066814

Common Names

  • Steinbach's Ophryosporus
  • Ophryosporus Steinbachii
  • Steinbach's Ophryosporus

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Description

Ophryosporus steinbachii (also called Steinbach's Ophryosporus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has a single trunk with a rounded crown and grows to a height of 2-4 m. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate to lanceolate in shape. It is found in open forests, scrublands, and grasslands in the Andean region of South America.

Uses & Benefits

Ophryosporus steinbachii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ophryosporus steinbachii are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophryosporus steinbachii can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Ophryosporus steinbachii

Ophryosporus steinbachii can be found in Central and Eastern Europe, including Austria, Belarus, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, and Ukraine.

Ophryosporus steinbachii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophryosporus steinbachii?

Ophryosporus steinbachii

What is the family of Ophryosporus steinbachii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Ophryosporus steinbachii?

Steinbach's 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,

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