Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
patula
ID:
671855

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Haw.) Schwantes

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
in Gartenflora 77: 68. 1928.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671187

Common Names

  • Erepsia Patula
  • Patula Daisy
  • Patula Sunray

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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum patulum Haw. [unknown]
  • Erepsia pageae L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Erepsia patula (also called Spreading 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 patula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used for windbreaks and as a screening plant. The plant has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and other insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erepsia patula is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed of Erepsia patula is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Erepsia patula are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erepsia patula is a low-growing shrub, usually growing to 0.5–1 m (1.6–3.3 ft) high. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring in a well-drained seed raising mix. Germination usually occurs within 2–3 weeks.

Where to Find Erepsia patula

Erepsia patula is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in grasslands and open woodlands.

Erepsia patula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erepsia patula?

Erepsia patula

What is the common name of Erepsia patula?

Spreading Erepsia

What type of plant is Erepsia patula?

Shrub

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References