Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macilenta
ID:
673197

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guthrie & Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 109 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672529

Common Names

  • Erica macilenta
  • Macilenta heath
  • Pale heath

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Description

Erica macilenta (also called Pale Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to South Africa, and is found in fynbos, grassland, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica macilenta is an evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and delicate white or pink flowers. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat coughs, colds, and bronchitis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica macilenta flower is small, bell-shaped and white. The seed is a small, brown, nut-like capsule. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica macilenta is a species of heather that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy stems in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix in the spring. The seeds should be kept moist and in a warm environment until they have germinated.

Where to Find Erica macilenta

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

Erica macilenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica macilenta?

Erica macilenta

What is the common name of Erica macilenta?

Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica macilenta?

Heathlands, moors, and bogs

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.