Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dunensis
ID:
671834

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sond.) Klak

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
in Bothalia 30: 38. 2000.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671166

Common Names

  • Erepsia Dunensis
  • Dunensis Daisy
  • Dunensis Sunray

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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum macrocalyx Kensit [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum dunense Sond. [unknown]
  • Lampranthus dunensis (Sond.) L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Erepsia dunensis 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 dunensis 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 dunensis 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 dunensis

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

Erepsia dunensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erepsia dunensis?

Erepsia dunensis

What is the common name of Erepsia dunensis?

Dun Emu Bush

What is the natural habitat of Erepsia dunensis?

Dry, rocky hillsides and slopes

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.
Cornelia Klak (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klak' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000671166: Based on the initial data import