Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oppositifolium
ID:
132166

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 651 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131495

Common Names

  • Porophyllum
  • Opposite-Leaved Porophyllum
  • Opposite-Leaved Rattlebox

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Description

Porophyllum oppositifolium (also called Opposite-leaved Porophyllum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Porophyllum oppositifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Porophyllum oppositifolium has small white flowers with four petals and a center of yellow disc florets. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings have small, oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porophyllum oppositifolium is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Porophyllum oppositifolium

Porophyllum oppositifolium can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Porophyllum oppositifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Porophyllum oppositifolium?

Porophyllum oppositifolium

What is the common name of Porophyllum oppositifolium?

Opposite-leaved Porophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Porophyllum oppositifolium?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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,