Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oxysepala
ID:
671853

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 228. 1950.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671185

Common Names

  • Erepsia Oxysepala
  • Oxysepala Daisy
  • Oxysepala Sunray

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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum oxysepalum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum oxysepalum Schltr. & A.Berger [invalid]
  • Erepsia stokoei L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Erepsia oxysepala (also called Sharp-pointed 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 oxysepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used for windbreaks and as a screening plant. The plant has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and other insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erepsia oxysepala is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed of Erepsia oxysepala is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Erepsia oxysepala are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erepsia oxysepala is a low-growing shrub, usually growing to 0.5–1 m (1.6–3.3 ft) high. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring in a well-drained seed raising mix. Germination usually occurs within 2–3 weeks.

Where to Find Erepsia oxysepala

Erepsia oxysepala is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in grasslands and open woodlands.

Erepsia oxysepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erepsia oxysepala?

Erepsia oxysepala

What is the common name of Erepsia oxysepala?

Sharp-sepaled Erepsia

What type of plant is Erepsia oxysepala?

Shrub

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000671185: Based on the initial data import