Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentagona
ID:
671856

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
in Fl. Pl. South Africa 7: t. 254. 1927.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671188

Common Names

  • Erepsia Pentagona
  • Pentagona Daisy
  • Pentagona Sunray

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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum pentagonum L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erepsia pentagona 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 pentagona

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

Erepsia pentagona FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erepsia pentagona?

Erepsia pentagona

What is the common name of Erepsia pentagona?

Five-angled Erepsia

What type of plant is Erepsia pentagona?

Shrub

Species in the Aizoaceae family