Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
intricata
ID:
673006

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.A.Baker

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 34: 88 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672338

Common Names

  • Erica intricata
  • Heather
  • Ling

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Description

Erica intricata (also called Intricate 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 intricata 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 intricata 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 intricata 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 intricata

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

Erica intricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica intricata?

Erica intricata

What is the common name of Erica intricata?

Intricate heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica intricata?

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