Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptoclada
ID:
673122

Status:
valid

Authors:
Van Heurck & Müll.Arg.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Observ. Bot. Descript. Pl. Nov. Herb. Van Heurckiani 1: 34 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672454

Common Names

  • Erica leptoclada
  • Slender-Branch Heath
  • Slender-Branch Erica

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Synonyms

  • Erica leptoclada leptoclada [valid]

Description

Erica leptoclada (also called Leptoclada 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 leptoclada 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica leptoclada var. aristata Bolus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica leptoclada is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica leptoclada is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to the Middle East. The plant is an evergreen shrub, growing to 1.5 m tall. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings in summer or by seed in autumn.

Where to Find Erica leptoclada

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

Erica leptoclada FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica leptoclada?

Erica leptoclada

What is the common name of Erica leptoclada?

Slender-branched Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica leptoclada?

Heathlands and open woodlands

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