Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
exleeana
ID:
672663

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 53: 456 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671995

Common Names

  • Heath Heath
  • Heath Heath Heath
  • Heath Heath Heath Heath

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Synonyms

  • Salaxis leeana (Klotzsch) D.Dietr. [valid]
  • Philippia leeana Klotzsch [valid]

Description

Erica exleeana (also called Exlee's 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 0.5–1 m (1 ft 8 in–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 exleeana 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

Erica exleeana has white or pink flowers, small, dry, four-sided capsules containing numerous small seeds, and small, dark green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica exleeana is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 10-15 cm long. They should be placed in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Erica exleeana

Erica exleeana is native to South Africa.

Erica exleeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica exleeana?

Erica exleeana

What is the common name of Erica exleeana?

Lee's heath

What type of plant is Erica exleeana?

Evergreen shrub

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