Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
equisetifolia
ID:
672630

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 6: 342 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671962

Common Names

  • Erica equisetifolia
  • Equisetum-leaved Heath
  • Equisetum-leaved Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Blaeria campanulata Benth. [valid]
  • Blaeria dumosa J.C.Wendl. [valid]
  • Blaeria equisetifolia (Salisb.) G.Don [valid]
  • Blaeria flava Bolus [valid]
  • Blaeria oppositifolia L.Guthrie [valid]
  • Blaeria purpurea L.f. [valid]

Description

Erica equisetifolia (also called Horsetail heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to South Africa, and is found in rocky outcrops and mountain slopes. It has small, needle-like leaves and produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Erica equisetifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used as a hedge. It has a pleasant scent and can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Erica equisetifolia are white or pink in colour, with a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica equisetifolia can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 60-65°F (15-18°C). Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a light, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Erica equisetifolia

Erica equisetifolia is native to South Africa.

Erica equisetifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica equisetifolia?

Erica equisetifolia

What type of plant is Erica equisetifolia?

Erica equisetifolia is a shrub

Where does Erica equisetifolia grow?

Erica equisetifolia 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