Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anceps
ID:
671816

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Haw.) Schwantes

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
in Gartenflora 77: 68. 1928.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671148

Common Names

  • Erepsia anceps
  • Two-edged Erepsia
  • Two-edged Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum anceps Haw. [unknown]
  • Erepsia laxa L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum anceps pallidum Haw. [unknown]

Description

Erepsia anceps (also called Two-edged Fuschia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall and has white-pink flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in arid and semi-arid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erepsia anceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erepsia anceps is yellow, tubular and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a yellow stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erepsia anceps can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered with the mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be semi-hardwood cuttings taken from the current season's growth. Cuttings should be placed in a well-drained cutting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Erepsia anceps

Erepsia anceps is native to Western Australia and can be found in arid and semi-arid areas.

Erepsia anceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erepsia anceps?

Erepsia anceps

What is the common name of Erepsia anceps?

Two-toothed Emu Bush

What is the natural habitat of Erepsia anceps?

Dry, rocky hillsides and slopes

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References