Status:
valid
Authors:
Dorr
Source:
cmp
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 21: 86 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672576
Common Names
- Erica marojejyensis
- Marojejy heath
- Marojejy heather
Description
Erica marojejyensis (also called Marojejy Heath, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the coastal regions of Madagascar. It has small, needle-like, grey-green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in coastal heaths and dunes.
Uses & Benefits
Erica marojejyensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to produce honey and as a source of fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Erica marojejyensis has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erica marojejyensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It has small, white or pink flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Erica marojejyensis
Erica marojejyensis can be found in Madagascar.
Erica marojejyensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica marojejyensis?
Erica marojejyensis
What is the common name of Erica marojejyensis?
Heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica marojejyensis?
It is found in damp, acidic soils in woodlands, heaths and moorlands
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