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
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.
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 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