Erica drakensbergensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Guthrie & Bolus
Source:
cmp
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 166 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671910
Common Names
- Drakensberg Heath
- Heath
- Drakensberg Erica
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica drakensbergensis (also called Drakensberg Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It has small, dark green leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky, calcareous soils. It is often found in scrubland, grassland, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Erica drakensbergensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and in topiary. The flowers of this plant are edible and can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Erica drakensbergensis has white or pink flowers, small, dry, four-sided capsules containing numerous small seeds, and small, dark green seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica drakensbergensis is a small evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Erica drakensbergensis
Erica drakensbergensis is found in the Drakensberg Mountains of South Africa.
Erica drakensbergensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica drakensbergensis?
Erica drakensbergensis
What type of plant is Erica drakensbergensis?
Erica drakensbergensis is a shrub
Where does Erica drakensbergensis grow?
Erica drakensbergensis is native to South Africa
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.