Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aristata
ID:
671820

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) Liede & H.E.K.Hartmann

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 16: 64. 1998.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671152

Common Names

  • Erepsia aristata
  • Awned Erepsia
  • Awned Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Ruschia aristata L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Erepsia aristata (also called Bristly Fuschia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall and has yellow-green flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in arid and semi-arid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erepsia aristata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erepsia aristata is yellow, tubular and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a yellow stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erepsia aristata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered with the mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be semi-hardwood cuttings taken from the current season's growth. Cuttings should be placed in a well-drained cutting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Erepsia aristata

Erepsia aristata is native to Western Australia and can be found in arid and semi-arid areas.

Erepsia aristata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erepsia aristata?

Erepsia aristata

What is the common name of Erepsia aristata?

Awned Emu Bush

What is the natural habitat of Erepsia aristata?

Dry, rocky hillsides and slopes

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Heidrun Hartmann (1942-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.K.Hartmann' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000671152: Based on the initial data import