Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
ophiolitica
ID:
1321602

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.I.Forst.) Ya Yang

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Taxon 61: 783 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334056



Common Names

  • Euphorbia
  • Ophiolitica Star
  • Ophiolite Star


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Description

Euphorbia ophiolitica (also called Ophiolite Spurge, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It is an evergreen shrub with yellow flowers and a height of up to 1 m. It is found in rocky areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Euphorbia ophiolitica is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It can also be used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive problems and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euphorbia ophiolitica is yellow, with a white center. The seed is small, round and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation information for Euphorbia ophiolitica: This species is best grown in a warm, sheltered position in partial shade, in a well-drained soil. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Euphorbia ophiolitica

Euphorbia ophiolitica is found in the Mediterranean region.

Euphorbia ophiolitica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euphorbia ophiolitica?

Euphorbia ophiolitica

What is the common name of Euphorbia ophiolitica?

Ophiolite Euphorbia

What is the natural habitat of Euphorbia ophiolitica?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Euphorbia genus

Euphorbia abdulghafooriana, Euphorbia acanthodes, Euphorbia borealis, Euphorbia calcarata, Euphorbia coalcomanensis, Euphorbia colligata, Euphorbia conzattii, Euphorbia cymbifera, Euphorbia cyri, Euphorbia diazlunana, Euphorbia dressleri, Euphorbia finkii, Euphorbia lomelii, Euphorbia meuselii, Euphorbia nocens, Euphorbia patentispina, Euphorbia peritropoides, Euphorbia personata, Euphorbia randrianijohanyi, Euphorbia rauhii, Euphorbia razafindratsirae, Euphorbia rosescens, Euphorbia tehuacana, Euphorbia trialata, Euphorbia ammophila, Euphorbia densispina, Euphorbia derickii, Euphorbia einensis, Euphorbia frankii, Euphorbia godana, Euphorbia hamaderoensis, Euphorbia bianoensis, Euphorbia biselegans, Euphorbia bisellenbeckii, Euphorbia bisglobosa, Euphorbia bodenghieniae, Euphorbia burkartii, Euphorbia calderoniae, Euphorbia catenata, Euphorbia chevalieri, Euphorbia clarae, Euphorbia crenata, Euphorbia cupricola, Euphorbia descampsii, Euphorbia dilunguensis, Euphorbia discoidea, Euphorbia echinulata, Euphorbia erythrocucullata, Euphorbia fernandez-lopezii, Euphorbia filiformis,

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

Paul Irwin Forster (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.I.Forst.' in the authors string.
Ya Yang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ya Yang' in the authors string.