Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inordinata
ID:
672996

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.A.Baker

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 35: 25 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672328

Common Names

  • Erica inordinata
  • Disordered Heath
  • Disordered Erica

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Description

Erica inordinata (also called Inordinate Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small, oblong leaves and pink, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, sandy soils in scrub and heathland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica inordinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in the production of honey.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica inordinata is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, brown capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica inordinata is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1.2 m (4 ft). It has small, narrow leaves and small, bell-shaped flowers that are white or pink in color. It prefers a sunny location and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Erica inordinata

Erica inordinata is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape province.

Erica inordinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica inordinata?

Erica inordinata

What is the common name of Erica inordinata?

Inordinata heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica inordinata?

Dry, rocky slopes and heaths

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