Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baccans
ID:
672128

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1771

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. 2: 233 (1771)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671460

Common Names

  • Erica baccans
  • Berried Heath
  • Berried Erica

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Description

Erica baccans (also called Berried Heath, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky areas and scrubland. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring.

Uses & Benefits

Erica baccans is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in the production of honey and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica blancheana has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica baccans is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagate by seed, cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Erica baccans

Erica baccans can be found in South Africa, particularly in the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Erica baccans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica baccans?

Erica baccans

What is the common name of Erica baccans?

Berried heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica baccans?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky and sandy soils.

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