Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pillansii
ID:
671857

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kensit) Liede

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
in Beitr. Biol. Pflanzen 64: 471. 1990.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671189

Common Names

  • Erepsia Pillansii
  • Pillansii Daisy
  • Pillansii Sunray

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Synonyms

  • Piquetia pillansii (Kensit) N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Kensitia pillansii (Kensit) Fedde [unknown]
  • Mesembryanthemum pillansii Kensit [unknown]

Description

Erepsia pillansii (also called Pillans' Daisy, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. The leaves are linear and narrow, and the flowers are white in colour.

Uses & Benefits

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erepsia pillansii can be propagated by seed or division. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20F (-29C).

Where to Find Erepsia pillansii

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

Erepsia pillansii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erepsia pillansii?

Erepsia pillansii

What is the common name of Erepsia pillansii?

Pillans' Erepsia

What type of plant is Erepsia pillansii?

Shrub

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kensit' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000671189: Based on the initial data import