Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
banksia
ID:
672133

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
cmp

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Col. Engr. Heaths 1: t. 5 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671465

Common Names

  • Erica banksia
  • Banksia Heath
  • Banksia Erica

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Description

Erica banksia (also called Banks' 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 banksia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica banksia sub. comptonii (Salter) E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.
Erica banksia sub. purpurea (Andrews) E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.
Erica banksia sub. banksia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica banksia flower is a small, bell-shaped flower that is usually yellow in color. The seeds are tiny and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica banksia 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 banksia

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

Erica banksia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica banksia?

Erica banksia

What is the family of Erica banksia?

Ericaceae

Where is Erica banksia native to?

South Africa

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