Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cincta
ID:
672346

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bolus Herb. 3: 178 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671678

Common Names

  • Erica cincta
  • Cincta's heath
  • Cincta's heather

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Description

Erica cincta (also called Common heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and pink or white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica cincta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make honey and as a medicinal herb to treat respiratory and digestive ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Erica cincta are white and bell-shaped, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica cincta is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 10-15 cm long. They should be placed in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Erica cincta

Erica cincta can be found in South Africa.

Erica cincta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica cincta?

Erica cincta

What are the common names of Erica cincta?

Furze, Whin

What is the natural habitat of Erica cincta?

It is native to western Europe, where it is found on dry, sandy soils and rocky hillsides

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