Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
splendens
ID:
671095

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel) G.D.Rowley

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
in: Backeberg, C., Cactaceae 6: 3556. 1962.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670427

Common Names

  • Epixochia splendens
  • Splendens Epixochia
  • Splendens Epixochia Plant

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Description

Epixochia splendens (also called Shining Epixochia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright green, glossy leaves. It is native to Central America and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Epixochia splendens is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known to have some medicinal properties, such as being an anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epixochia splendens has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epixochia splendens is a small, perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It grows in grassland and rocky areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Epixochia splendens

Epixochia splendens can be found in the western United States, from California to Idaho.

Epixochia splendens FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Epixochia splendens?

Epixochia splendens prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the average height of Epixochia splendens?

Epixochia splendens typically grows to a height of 6-12 inches.

What is the average lifespan of Epixochia splendens?

Epixochia splendens typically lives for 2-3 years.

Species in the Epixochia genus

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Gordon Douglas Rowley (1921-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Rowley' in the authors string.