Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ebracteata
ID:
672596

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Africa 1: 160 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671928

Common Names

  • Bract Heath
  • Heath
  • Bract Erica

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Description

Erica ebracteata (also called Ebracteate Heather, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erica ebracteata is an attractive evergreen shrub that is often used as a hedge or border plant. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and attract pollinators. It is also a popular choice for rock gardens and can be used as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica ebracteata flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica ebracteata is an 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 ebracteata

Erica ebracteata is native to the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Erica ebracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica ebracteata?

Erica ebracteata

What is the common name of Erica ebracteata?

Broom Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica ebracteata?

Heathland, moorland, and open woodland

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