Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simulans
ID:
671870

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) Klak

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 21: 110. 2003.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671202

Common Names

  • Erepsia Simulans
  • Simulans Daisy
  • Simulans Sunray

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Synonyms

  • Lampranthus simulans L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Erepsia simulans (also called 'Simulating 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 simulans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It can also be used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erepsia simulans 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 simulans

Erepsia simulans is native to the Mediterranean region, as well as parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Erepsia simulans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erepsia simulans?

Erepsia simulans

What is the common name of Erepsia simulans?

Simulating Erepsia

What type of plant is Erepsia simulans?

Shrub

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Cornelia Klak (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klak' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000671202: Based on the initial data import