Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
benthamiana
ID:
672163

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 191 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671495

Common Names

  • Erica benthamiana
  • Bentham's heath
  • Bentham's heather

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Synonyms

  • Sympieza kunthii Klotzsch [illegitimate]
  • Aniserica gracilis (Bartl.) N.E.Br. [valid]
  • Aniserica macrocalyx Salter [valid]
  • Blaeria depressa Drège ex Benth. [valid]
  • Blaeria gracilis Bartl. [valid]
  • Ericoides benthamianum (E.G.H.Oliv.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Sympieza gracilis (Bartl.) E.G.H.Oliv. [valid]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica benthamiana 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 benthamiana 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 benthamiana

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

Erica benthamiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica benthamiana?

Erica benthamiana

What is the common name of Erica benthamiana?

Bentham's heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica benthamiana?

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