Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ramosa
ID:
671865

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 1: 146. 1928.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671197

Common Names

  • Erepsia Ramosa
  • Ramosa Daisy
  • Ramosa Sunray

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Synonyms

  • Erepsia roseoalba L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Erepsia ramosa (also called 'Branching Erepsia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with yellow flowers and a woody stem. It is native to South Africa and typically grows in rocky outcrops and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Erepsia ramosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It can also be used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erepsia ramosa is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Erepsia ramosa

Erepsia ramosa is native to the Mediterranean region, as well as parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Erepsia ramosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erepsia ramosa?

Erepsia ramosa

What is the common name of Erepsia ramosa?

Branched Erepsia

What type of plant is Erepsia ramosa?

Shrub

Species in the Aizoaceae family