Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
triangularis
ID:
115420

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meyen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Reise Erde 1: 402 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114749

Common Names

  • Ophryosporus Triangularis
  • Triangular Ophryosporus
  • Triangular Spurge

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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium decipiens Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Kuhnia multiramea Turcz. [unknown]
  • Ophryosporus foliolosus Reiche [unknown]
  • Eupatorium volckmanni Philippi [unknown]
  • Eupatorium volckmannii Phil. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium foliolosum DC. [unknown]

Description

Ophryosporus triangularis (also called Triangle-leafed Ophryosporus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. It grows in sunny areas in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ophryosporus triangularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems. It is also used as a food source and for making herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophryosporus triangularis has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophryosporus triangularis is a perennial herb that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray.

Where to Find Ophryosporus triangularis

Ophryosporus triangularis is native to Australia and can be found in dry, sunny areas. It is often grown in gardens and is available from nurseries and garden centers.

Ophryosporus triangularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophryosporus triangularis?

Ophryosporus triangularis

What are the common names of Ophryosporus triangularis?

Triangle-leafed Ophryosporus

What is the natural habitat of Ophryosporus triangularis?

It is native to China

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-76231: Based on the initial data import
Franz Meyen (1804-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meyen' in the authors string.