Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Bolus
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
in Ann. Bolus Herb. 4: 106. 1927.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671192
Common Names
- Erepsia Promontorii
- Promontorii Daisy
- Promontorii Sunray
Description
Erepsia promontorii (also called 'Promontory Erepsia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with yellow flowers and a woody stem. It is native to South Africa and typically grows in rocky outcrops and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Erepsia promontorii 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 promontorii is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed of Erepsia promontorii is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Erepsia promontorii are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erepsia promontorii is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.
Where to Find Erepsia promontorii
Erepsia promontorii can be found in the Mediterranean region, as well as in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.
Erepsia promontorii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erepsia promontorii?
Erepsia promontorii
What is the common name of Erepsia promontorii?
Promontory Erepsia
What type of plant is Erepsia promontorii?
Shrub
Species in the Erepsia genus
Erepsia anceps,
Erepsia aperta,
Erepsia aristata,
Erepsia aspera,
Erepsia babiloniae,
Erepsia bracteata,
Erepsia brevipetala,
Erepsia distans,
Erepsia dubia,
Erepsia dunensis,
Erepsia esterhuyseniae,
Erepsia forficata,
Erepsia gracilis,
Erepsia hallii,
Erepsia heteropetala,
Erepsia inclaudens,
Erepsia insignis,
Erepsia lacera,
Erepsia oxysepala,
Erepsia patula,
Erepsia pentagona,
Erepsia pillansii,
Erepsia polita,
Erepsia polypetala,
Erepsia promontorii,
Erepsia ramosa,
Erepsia saturata,
Erepsia simulans,
Erepsia steytlerae,
Erepsia urbaniana,
Erepsia villiersii,
Species in the Aizoaceae family