Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
crassipes
ID:
259297

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 11(2): 532 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000258629

Common Names

  • Ophthalmoblapton crassipes
  • Crassipes Ophthalmoblapton
  • Crassipes Orchid

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Description

Ophthalmoblapton crassipes (also called Thick-Leaved Ophthalmoblapton, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Ophthalmoblaptonaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has a single stem, with a single, large, white-pink flower, and a long, thin, green-brown stem.

Uses & Benefits

Ophthalmoblapton crassipes has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of skin diseases, wounds, and fever. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophthalmoblapton crassipes has a small, white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophthalmoblapton crassipes is a perennial plant that is propagated by dividing the rhizomes in the spring. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it in the spring.

Where to Find Ophthalmoblapton crassipes

Ophthalmoblapton crassipes can be found in Central and South America.

Ophthalmoblapton crassipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophthalmoblapton crassipes?

Ophthalmoblapton crassipes

What is the natural habitat of Ophthalmoblapton crassipes?

Grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes

What is the flowering period of Ophthalmoblapton crassipes?

April to June

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