Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevipetala
ID:
671824

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 426. 1934.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671156

Common Names

  • Erepsia Brevipetala
  • Brevipetala Daisy
  • Brevipetala Sunray

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Description

Erepsia brevipetala (also called Short-petalled 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 brevipetala 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 brevipetala 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 brevipetala 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 brevipetala

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

Erepsia brevipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erepsia brevipetala?

Erepsia brevipetala

What is the common name of Erepsia brevipetala?

Short-petalled Emu Bush

What is the natural habitat of Erepsia brevipetala?

Dry, rocky hillsides and slopes

Species in the Aizoaceae family