Status:
valid
Authors:
(Urb. & Ekman) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32(3): 251. 1975 , as 'plumerii'
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073348
Common Names
- Plummer's Osmiopsis
- Osmiopsis
- Plummer's Daisy
Description
Osmiopsis plumeri (also called Plumeria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has alternate, oblong leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Osmiopsis plumeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Osmiopsis plumeri is yellow and has a diameter of 2 cm. The seed is small and round with a diameter of 1 cm. The seedlings are thin and light green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Osmiopsis plumeri is a perennial herb that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to two years to flower.
Where to Find Osmiopsis plumeri
Osmiopsis plumeri can be found in the Mediterranean region, from southern France to Turkey and the Middle East.
Osmiopsis plumeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Osmiopsis plumeri?
Osmiopsis plumeri
What is the common name of Osmiopsis plumeri?
Plume Thistle
What is the natural habitat of Osmiopsis plumeri?
Grassy slopes and open woodlands
Species in the Osmiopsis genus
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,