Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
benguelensis
ID:
672161

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Welw. ex Engl.) E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47: 666 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671493

Common Names

  • Erica benguelensis
  • Benguela's heath
  • Benguela's heather

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Synonyms

  • Philippia stuhlmannii Engl. [valid]
  • Philippia kundelungensis S.Moore [valid]
  • Philippia holstii Engl. [valid]
  • Philippia milanjiensis Britten & Rendle [valid]
  • Philippia congoensis S.Moore [valid]
  • Philippia benguellensis (Welw. ex Engl.) Britten [valid]
  • Salaxis benguelensis Welw. ex Engl. [valid]
  • Philippia benguellensis albescens R.Ross [valid]

Description

Erica benguelensis (also called Benguela heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub, typically growing to a height of 0.3–1 m (1–3 ft). It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas and on coastal sand dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Erica benguelensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica benguelensis var. albescens (R.Ross) E.G.H.Oliv.
Erica benguelensis var. benguelensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica benguelensis 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 benguelensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Erica benguelensis

Erica benguelensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.

Erica benguelensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica benguelensis?

Erica benguelensis

What is the common name of Erica benguelensis?

Benguela heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica benguelensis?

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

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.