Plant profile
Ophryosporus mathewsii
Ophryosporus mathewsii (B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Ophryosporus mathewsii is a plant suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, known for its appealing visual characteristics. It requires specific care for successful growth.
Open-data facts
- Origin / area
- In the wild, it is commonly associated with: Peru.
Basic care
- Watering
- Water thoroughly, then wait for the surface to dry again.
- Light
- Good filtered brightness; direct sun can scorch leaves.
- Temperature
- Fits typical home ranges (neither icy nor baking).
- Humidity
- Adapts to typical flat humidity.
Pet toxicity
Keep out of reach of curious pets: irritating or toxic if eaten.
Cats: yes (toxic). Dogs: yes (toxic).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q15574740) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (3140067) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (174659-2) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0000037807) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).