Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dubia
ID:
671833

Status:
valid

Authors:
Liede

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
in Beitr. Biol. Pflanzen 64: 449. 1990.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671165

Common Names

  • Erepsia Dubia
  • Dubia Daisy
  • Dubia Sunray

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Description

Erepsia dubia (also called Dubious 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 dubia 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 dubia 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 dubia 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 dubia

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

Erepsia dubia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erepsia dubia?

Erepsia dubia

What is the common name of Erepsia dubia?

Dubious Emu Bush

What is the natural habitat of Erepsia dubia?

Dry, rocky hillsides and slopes

Species in the Aizoaceae family