Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Schwantes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
in Gartenflora 77: 68. 1928.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671209
Common Names
- Erepsia Urbaniana
- Urbaniana Daisy
- Urbaniana Sunray
Synonyms
- Mesembryanthemum urbanianum Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Erepsia urbaniana (also called 'Urban's 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 urbaniana 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 urbaniana is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed of Erepsia urbaniana is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Erepsia urbaniana are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erepsia urbaniana 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 urbaniana
Erepsia urbaniana is native to the Mediterranean region, as well as parts of North Africa and the Middle East.
Erepsia urbaniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erepsia urbaniana?
Erepsia urbaniana
What are the common names of Erepsia urbaniana?
Common names include African Daisy, African Daisy Bush, and African Daisy Tree
What is the natural habitat of Erepsia urbaniana?
Erepsia urbaniana is native to South Africa
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