Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macroloma
ID:
673208

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 611 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672540

Common Names

  • Erica macroloma
  • Large-flowered Heath
  • Large Heath

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides macrolomum (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica macroloma (also called Large-lobed heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that is native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and small white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in rocky areas and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica macroloma 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 flowers of Erica macroloma are pink, bell-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica macroloma is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that appear in spring and summer. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from new growth and placed in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Erica macroloma

Erica macroloma can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Erica macroloma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica macroloma?

Erica macroloma

What is the common name of Erica macroloma?

Large-lobed Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica macroloma?

Open woodlands and heaths

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