Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
aspasicensis
ID:
402034

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17(2): 101 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401366

Common Names

  • Echinosepala aspasicensis
  • Aspasicensis Echinosepala
  • Echinosepala Aspasicensis

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Synonyms

  • Humboltia aspasicensis (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Myoxanthus aspasicensis (Rchb.f.) Luer [unknown]
  • Myoxanthus pastacensis (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis aspasicensis Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis pastacensis Luer [unknown]
  • Brenesia aspasicensis (Rchb.f.) Luer [unknown]
  • Echinella aspasicensis (Rchb.f.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [unknown]

Description

Echinosepala aspasicensis (also called Aspasic Echinosepala, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent plant with rosettes of spiny, green leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Echinosepala aspasicensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinosepala aspasicensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinosepala aspasicensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Echinosepala aspasicensis

Echinosepala aspasicensis is native to South Africa and can be found in warm, dry climates.

Echinosepala aspasicensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinosepala aspasicensis?

Echinosepala aspasicensis

What are the common names of Echinosepala aspasicensis?

Aspasic Echinosepala

What is the growth habit of Echinosepala aspasicensis?

Erect or sprawling, perennial herb

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-242074: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.