Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aneimena
ID:
672038

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dulfer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 67: 84 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671370

Common Names

  • Erica Aneimena
  • Unnamed Heath
  • Heath of the Unnamed

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Description

Erica aneimena (also called Common 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 Europe and North Africa and is commonly found in heathlands, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica aneimena is a species of flowering plant in the heather family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used medicinally for a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica aneimena 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 aneimena can be propagated by seed or division. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20F (-29C).

Where to Find Erica aneimena

Erica aneimena can be found in the Western Cape of South Africa.

Erica aneimena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica aneimena?

Erica aneimena

What is the common name of Erica aneimena?

Aneimena's heath

What is the habitat of Erica aneimena?

It is found in rocky outcrops, heaths and grasslands

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