Erica berzelioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Guthrie & Bolus
Source:
cmp
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 78 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671502
Common Names
- Erica berzelioides
- Berzelioides' heath
- Berzelioides' heather
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica berzelioides (also called Berzelius' 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 berzelioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Erica berzelioides 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica berzelioides 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 berzelioides
Erica berzelioides is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.
Erica berzelioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica berzelioides?
Erica berzelioides
What is the common name of Erica berzelioides?
Berzelius heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica berzelioides?
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
References
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.
Francis Guthrie (1831-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guthrie' in the authors string.