Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
babiloniae
ID:
671822

Status:
valid

Authors:
Liede

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
in Beitr. Biol. Pflanzen 64: 467. 1990.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671154

Common Names

  • Erepsia babiloniae
  • Babylonian Erepsia
  • Babylonian Daisy

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Erepsia babiloniae 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 babiloniae 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 babiloniae 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 babiloniae

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

Erepsia babiloniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erepsia babiloniae?

Erepsia babiloniae

What is the common name of Erepsia babiloniae?

Babylon Emu Bush

What is the natural habitat of Erepsia babiloniae?

Dry, rocky hillsides and slopes

Species in the Aizoaceae family