Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amatolensis
ID:
672020

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klotzsch) E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 24: 123 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671352

Common Names

  • Erica Amatolensis
  • Cape Heath
  • Heath of the Cape

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Synonyms

  • Salaxis multiflora (Klotzsch) D.Dietr. [valid]
  • Ericinella multiflora Klotzsch [valid]

Description

Erica amatolensis (also called Amatola Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It is native to South Africa and is commonly found in heathlands, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica amatolensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make honey, tea, and other products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica amatolensis is a small, white to pinkish-white bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica amatolensis 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 Erica amatolensis

Erica amatolensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.

Erica amatolensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica amatolensis?

Erica amatolensis

What is the common name of Erica amatolensis?

Furze heath

What type of plant is Erica amatolensis?

Erica amatolensis is a shrub

Species in the Erica genus

Erica abbottii, Erica abelii, Erica abietina, Erica accommodata, Erica acuta, Erica adnata, Erica aestiva, Erica affinis, Erica agglutinans, Erica aghillana, Erica albens, Erica albertyniae, Erica albescens, Erica albospicata, Erica alexandri, Erica alfredii, Erica algida, Erica alnea, Erica alopecurus, Erica alticola, Erica altiphila, Erica amalophylla, Erica amatolensis, Erica amicorum, Erica amidae, Erica amoena, Erica amphigena, Erica ampullacea, Erica andreaei, Erica andringitrensis, Erica aneimena, Erica anemodes, Erica anguliger, Erica angulosa, Erica annalis, Erica annectens, Erica anomala, Erica arachnocalyx, Erica arborea, Erica arborescens, Erica arcuata, Erica ardens, Erica arenaria, Erica areolata, Erica argentea, Erica argyraea, Erica aristata, Erica aristella, Erica aristifolia, Erica armandiana,

Species in the Ericaceae family