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
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.
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
Species in the Echinosepala genus
Echinosepala aspasicensis,
Echinosepala balaeniceps,
Echinosepala lappiformis,
Echinosepala pan,
Echinosepala sempergemmata,
Echinosepala stonei,
Echinosepala tomentosa,
Echinosepala uncinata,
Echinosepala vittata,
Echinosepala shuarii,
Echinosepala arenicola,
Echinosepala vittata,
Echinosepala biseta,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,