Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ecklonii
ID:
672602

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 188 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671934

Common Names

  • Erica ecklonii
  • Ecklon's Heath
  • Ecklon's Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Sympieza eckloniana Klotzsch [valid]

Description

Erica ecklonii (also called African heath, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) tall by 1 m (3 ft 3 in) wide, with small, narrow leaves and pink flowers in late winter and spring.

Uses & Benefits

Erica ecklonii 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 ecklonii 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 ecklonii 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 ecklonii

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

Erica ecklonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica ecklonii?

Erica ecklonii

What is the common name of Erica ecklonii?

Ecklon's Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica ecklonii?

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