Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baroniana
ID:
672149

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dorr & E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 21: 78 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671481

Common Names

  • Baron's Heath
  • Heath
  • Baron's Erica

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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica baroniana has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica baroniana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Both should be kept in a sunny location.

Where to Find Erica baroniana

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

Erica baroniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica baroniana?

Erica baroniana

What is the common name of Erica baroniana?

Baron's heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica baroniana?

Woodland, heathland and scrub

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

Laurence J. Dorr (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dorr' in the authors string.
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.