Erica aristifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Niven ex Benth.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 676 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671416
Common Names
- Erica aristifolia
- Spoon-leaved Heath
- Spoon-leaved Bell
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica aristifolia (also called Needle-Leaved Heath, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It typically grows in sandy soils, grasslands, and coastal scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Erica aristifolia is an attractive ornamental plant that is used in landscaping and as a cut flower. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Erica aristifolia flower is a small, tubular, white flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a white tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica aristifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be protected from cold winds.
Where to Find Erica aristifolia
Erica aristifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Erica aristifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica aristifolia?
Erica aristifolia
What is the common name of Erica aristifolia?
Spike heather
What is the natural habitat of Erica aristifolia?
Mountainous areas of Europe
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
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
David James Niven (1774-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Niven' in the authors string.