Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hansfordii
ID:
672880

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 29: 95 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672212

Common Names

  • Hansford's Heath
  • Hansford's Erica
  • Hansford's Bell Heather

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Description

Erica hansfordii (also called Hansford's Heather, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erica hansfordii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica hansfordii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica hansfordii 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 hansfordii

Erica hansfordii is native to South Africa.

Erica hansfordii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica hansfordii?

Erica hansfordii

What is the common name of Erica hansfordii?

Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica hansfordii?

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