Erica gysbertii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Guthrie & Bolus
Source:
cmp
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 90 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672202
Common Names
- Gysbert's Heath
- Gysbert's Erica
- Gysbert's Bell Heather
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- Erica gysbertii gysbertii [valid]
Description
Erica gysbertii (also called Cape heath, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, leathery leaves and pink, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in sandy soils in dry areas and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Erica gysbertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a bee plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Erica gysbertii var. ampliata L.BolusErica gysbertii var. longiflora L.Bolus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Erica gysbertii has small, white flowers with a pinkish tinge. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica gysbertii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix. Both methods can be done in the spring or summer.
Where to Find Erica gysbertii
Erica gysbertii is native to South Africa.
Erica gysbertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica gysbertii?
Erica gysbertii
What is the common name of Erica gysbertii?
Heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica gysbertii?
Dry heaths, rocky outcrops, and open woodlands
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.