Status:
valid
Authors:
W.R.Barker
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 26: 23 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339303
Common Names
- Euphrasia amplidens
- Amplidens Euphrasia
- Mountain Euphrasia
Description
Euphrasia amplidens (also called Large-toothed Eyebright, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant that grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in heathlands, woodlands, and dry sclerophyll forests. Its leaves are lance-shaped and have a toothed margin. The flowers are white and have five petals.
Uses & Benefits
Euphrasia amplidens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is a great choice for xeriscaping and can be used as a hedge or screen.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Euphrasia amplidens is a white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center and a long, thin stem. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Euphrasia amplidens is a perennial herb that is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It prefers a slightly acidic soil pH. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Dig up the plant and divide the clumps into smaller sections, then replant in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Euphrasia amplidens
Euphrasia amplidens is native to the Mediterranean region.
Euphrasia amplidens FAQ
What is the common name of Euphrasia amplidens?
Common name of Euphrasia amplidens is Large-flowered Eyebright
What is the scientific classification of Euphrasia amplidens?
Euphrasia amplidens belongs to the family Orobanchaceae and genus Euphrasia
What is the natural habitat of Euphrasia amplidens?
Euphrasia amplidens is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands
Species in the Euphrasia genus
Euphrasia atroviolacea,
Euphrasia azorica,
Euphrasia calvescens,
Euphrasia corcontica,
Euphrasia favrati,
Euphrasia freynii,
Euphrasia grandiflora,
Euphrasia gremlii,
Euphrasia jaeggii,
Euphrasia krylovii,
Euphrasia lerschii,
Euphrasia murbeckii,
Euphrasia nana,
Euphrasia occidentalis,
Euphrasia officinalis,
Euphrasia onegensis,
Euphrasia slovaca,
Euphrasia tatarica,
Euphrasia tatrae,
Euphrasia trifida,
Euphrasia vestinensis,
Euphrasia omeri,
Euphrasia alii,
Euphrasia alba,
Euphrasia amphisysepala,
Euphrasia arguta,
Euphrasia aristulata,
Euphrasia atropurpurea,
Euphrasia australis,
Euphrasia bella,
Euphrasia bhutanica,
Euphrasia borneensis,
Euphrasia bowdeniae,
Euphrasia calida,
Euphrasia cambrica,
Euphrasia campbellae,
Euphrasia caudata,
Euphrasia celebica,
Euphrasia ceramensis,
Euphrasia cheesemanii,
Euphrasia chumbica,
Euphrasia ciliolata,
Euphrasia cisalpina,
Euphrasia cockayniana,
Euphrasia collina,
Euphrasia coreana,
Euphrasia coreanalpina,
Euphrasia crassiuscula,
Euphrasia culminicola,
Euphrasia cuneata,
Species in the Orobanchaceae family
Aeginetia indica,
Aeginetia mirabilis,
Aeginetia mpomii,
Aeginetia selebica,
Aeginetia sessilis,
Aeginetia sinensis,
Aeginetia flava,
Aeginetia acaulis,
Agalinis angustifolia,
Agalinis aphylla,
Agalinis aspera,
Agalinis auriculata,
Agalinis bandeirensis,
Agalinis bangii,
Agalinis brachyphylla,
Agalinis calycina,
Agalinis chaparensis,
Agalinis communis,
Agalinis decemloba,
Agalinis densiflora,
Agalinis digitalis,
Agalinis divaricata,
Agalinis edwardsiana,
Agalinis fasciculata,
Agalinis fiebrigii,
Agalinis filicaulis,
Agalinis filifolia,
Agalinis gattingeri,
Agalinis genistifolia,
Agalinis gypsophila,
Agalinis heterophylla,
Agalinis homalantha,
Agalinis humilis,
Agalinis itambensis,
Agalinis kingsii,
Agalinis lanceolata,
Agalinis laxa,
Agalinis linarioides,
Agalinis linifolia,
Agalinis maritima,
Agalinis megalantha,
Agalinis meyeniana,
Agalinis nana,
Agalinis navasotensis,
Agalinis neoscotica,
Agalinis obtusifolia,
Agalinis oligophylla,
Agalinis peduncularis,
Agalinis pennellii,
Agalinis plukenetii,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77138863-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].