Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Berger & Schltr.) L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 3: 228. 1950.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671191
Common Names
- Erepsia Polypetala
- Polypetala Daisy
- Polypetala Sunray
Synonyms
- Mesembryanthemum polypetalum A.Berger & Schltr. [unknown]
- Mesembryanthemum willianum Schlechter [illegitimate]
Description
Erepsia polypetala (also called 'Many-petalled Erepsia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white flowers and a woody stem. It is native to South Africa and typically grows in rocky outcrops and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Erepsia polypetala 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 polypetala is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed of Erepsia polypetala is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Erepsia polypetala are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erepsia polypetala can be propagated by seed or division. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20F (-29C).
Where to Find Erepsia polypetala
Erepsia polypetala is native to the Mediterranean region, as well as parts of North Africa and the Middle East.
Erepsia polypetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erepsia polypetala?
Erepsia polypetala
What is the common name of Erepsia polypetala?
Many-petalled Erepsia
What type of plant is Erepsia polypetala?
Shrub
Species in the Erepsia genus
Erepsia anceps,
Erepsia aperta,
Erepsia aristata,
Erepsia aspera,
Erepsia babiloniae,
Erepsia bracteata,
Erepsia brevipetala,
Erepsia distans,
Erepsia dubia,
Erepsia dunensis,
Erepsia esterhuyseniae,
Erepsia forficata,
Erepsia gracilis,
Erepsia hallii,
Erepsia heteropetala,
Erepsia inclaudens,
Erepsia insignis,
Erepsia lacera,
Erepsia oxysepala,
Erepsia patula,
Erepsia pentagona,
Erepsia pillansii,
Erepsia polita,
Erepsia polypetala,
Erepsia promontorii,
Erepsia ramosa,
Erepsia saturata,
Erepsia simulans,
Erepsia steytlerae,
Erepsia urbaniana,
Erepsia villiersii,
Species in the Aizoaceae family