Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
johnstoniana
ID:
673025

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britten

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 4: 23 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672357

Common Names

  • Erica johnstoniana
  • Johnston's Heather
  • Johnston's Heath

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Description

Erica johnstoniana (also called Common Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and white or pink flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica johnstoniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica johnstoniana flower is a small, bell-shaped flower that is usually pink or white in color. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a reddish-purple hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica johnstoniana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept at a temperature of 18-22°C (65-72°F). Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings at a temperature of 18-22°C (65-72°F) and in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Erica johnstoniana

Erica johnstoniana can be found in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.

Erica johnstoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica johnstoniana?

Erica johnstoniana

What are the common names of Erica johnstoniana?

Johnston's heath, Johnston's heather

What is the natural habitat of Erica johnstoniana?

Dry, sandy soils

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