Erica flavisepala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Guthrie & Bolus
Source:
cmp
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 309 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672061
Common Names
- Heath
- Furze
- Broom
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica flavisepala (also called Yellow-sepal Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub, usually growing to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny habitats such as rocky hillsides, garrigue and maquis.
Uses & Benefits
Erica flavisepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erica flavisepala is a small, white to pinkish-white bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedling is a small, green, spindly plant with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica flavisepala is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, white, bell-shaped flowers. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or division.
Where to Find Erica flavisepala
Erica flavisepala is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Morocco.
Erica flavisepala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica flavisepala?
Erica flavisepala
What is the common name of Erica flavisepala?
Cape Heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica flavisepala?
It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, rocky areas
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.