Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lasiocarpa
ID:
673095

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guthrie & Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 284 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672427

Common Names

  • Erica lasiocarpa
  • Woolly-fruited heath
  • Woolly-fruited heather

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Description

Erica lasiocarpa (also called Lasiocarpa Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 meters and has small, narrow leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica lasiocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica lasiocarpa 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 lasiocarpa is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1m in height. It has small, needle-like leaves and produces small, bell-shaped, pink flowers in the spring and summer. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Erica lasiocarpa

Erica lasiocarpa can be found in South Africa.

Erica lasiocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica lasiocarpa?

Erica lasiocarpa

What is the natural habitat of Erica lasiocarpa?

Erica lasiocarpa is found in the fynbos of the Western Cape, South Africa.

What is the flower color of Erica lasiocarpa?

The flowers of Erica lasiocarpa are white or pink.

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

References

Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.
Francis Guthrie (1831-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guthrie' in the authors string.