Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 1: 147. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671200
Common Names
- Erepsia Saturata
- Saturata Daisy
- Saturata Sunray
Synonyms
- Erepsia marlothii N.E.Br. [unknown]
Description
Erepsia saturata (also called 'Saturated 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 saturata 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 saturata is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed of Erepsia saturata is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Erepsia saturata are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erepsia saturata 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 saturata
Erepsia saturata is native to the Mediterranean region, as well as parts of North Africa and the Middle East.
Erepsia saturata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erepsia saturata?
Erepsia saturata
What is the common name of Erepsia saturata?
Saturated Erepsia
What type of plant is Erepsia saturata?
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