Status:
valid
Authors:
Andrews
Source:
cmp
Year:
1804
Citation Micro:
Col. Engr. Heaths 2: 104 (1804)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672406
Common Names
- Erica lambertii
- Lambert's heath
- Lambert's heather
Synonyms
- Erica lambertiana W.T.Aiton [superfluous]
Description
Erica lambertii (also called Lambert's heath, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and small, grey-green leaves. It is native to the Western Cape Province of South Africa and is found in fynbos and coastal scrub habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Erica lambertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive flowers and foliage and can be used to attract pollinators to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Erica lambertii flower is a small, tubular, white flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erica lambertii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 6-8 inches long. Place the cuttings in a pot filled with a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. The cuttings should root within a few weeks. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.
Where to Find Erica lambertii
Erica lambertii can be found in the Mediterranean region, especially in the Iberian Peninsula and the Balearic Islands.
Erica lambertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica lambertii?
Erica lambertii
What is the common name of Erica lambertii?
Lambert's Heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica lambertii?
It is native to western and central Europe, including the British Isles.
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