Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucodesmia
ID:
673134

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 681 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672466

Common Names

  • Erica leucodesmia
  • White-flowered Heath
  • White Heath

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides leucodesmium (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica leucodesmia (also called white-flowered heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in rocky areas, scrubland, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erica leucodesmia is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces white flowers and is drought-tolerant. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak, and is suitable for coastal gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica leucodesmia 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 leucodesmia 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 leucodesmia

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

Erica leucodesmia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica leucodesmia?

Erica leucodesmia

What is the natural habitat of Erica leucodesmia?

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

What is the flower color of Erica leucodesmia?

The flowers of Erica leucodesmia 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