Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
blaerioides
ID:
672181

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 31: 163 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671513

Common Names

  • Erica blaerioides
  • Blaerioides Heath
  • Blaerioides Heather

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Description

Erica blaerioides (also called Blaeria-like 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 blaerioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica blaerioides sub. blaerioides
Erica blaerioides sub. hirsuta E.G.H.Oliv.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Erica blaerioides are white to pink, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica blaerioides is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed compost. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained cutting compost.

Where to Find Erica blaerioides

Erica blaerioides can be found in South Africa.

Erica blaerioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica blaerioides?

Erica blaerioides

What is the common name of Erica blaerioides?

Heath Erica

What is the natural habitat of Erica blaerioides?

It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, sandy, and dry areas

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