Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
forsteri
ID:
672761

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dulfer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 66: 25 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672093

Common Names

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

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Description

Erica forsteri (also called Forster's Heath, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is a low-growing evergreen shrub, typically reaching heights of 0.3–0.6 m (1–2 ft). It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky areas, sandstone slopes, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Erica forsteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica forsteri is a small, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica forsteri is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and placed in a pot with a well-drained, acidic soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Erica forsteri

Erica forsteri is native to the Azores.

Erica forsteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica forsteri?

Erica forsteri

What type of soil does Erica forsteri prefer?

Erica forsteri prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the hardiness zone of Erica forsteri?

Erica forsteri is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.

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