Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
danguyana
ID:
672507

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Perrier) Dorr & E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 21: 81 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671839

Common Names

  • Erica danguyana
  • Danguyana Heath
  • Danguyana Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Philippia danguyana H.Perrier [valid]

Description

Erica danguyana (also called Danguy Heath, among many other common names) is a low-growing evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped white flowers. It is native to the mountains of South Africa and grows in rocky, sandy soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Erica danguyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica danguyana flower is a small, bell-shaped bloom that is usually white or pink in color. The seed is a small, round capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica danguyana can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a light, sandy soil. Layering should be done in late summer or early autumn and the rooted cuttings should be planted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Erica danguyana

Erica danguyana can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.

Erica danguyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica danguyana?

Erica danguyana

What is the natural habitat of Erica danguyana?

Erica danguyana is native to South Africa

What are the common uses of Erica danguyana?

Erica danguyana is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens

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

Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
Laurence J. Dorr (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dorr' in the authors string.
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.