Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ixanthera
ID:
673016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 660 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672348

Common Names

  • Erica ixanthera
  • Ixanthera Heath
  • Ixanthera Heather

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides ixantherum (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica ixanthera (also called Ixanthera 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 ixanthera 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 ixanthera 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 ixanthera is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Erica ixanthera

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

Erica ixanthera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica ixanthera?

Erica ixanthera

What type of plant is Erica ixanthera?

Erica ixanthera is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Erica ixanthera?

Erica ixanthera is native to South Africa

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