Erica mertensiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.C.Wendl. ex Klotzsch
Source:
cmp
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 9: 659 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672604
Common Names
- Erica mertensiana
- Mertensiana Heath
- Mertensiana Heath Erica
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica mertensiana (also called Mertens' Heath, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the coastal regions of South Africa. It has small, needle-like, grey-green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in coastal heaths and dunes.
Uses & Benefits
Erica mertensiana 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 mertensiana has pink or white flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica mertensiana is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It has small, dark green leaves and small white flowers in spring and summer. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by cuttings or by layering.
Where to Find Erica mertensiana
Erica mertensiana can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Erica mertensiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica mertensiana?
Erica mertensiana
What is the common name of Erica mertensiana?
Mertens' Heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica mertensiana?
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
References
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-12301703: Originally associated with wfo-0001047349
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-12301703: Originally associated with wfo-0001047349
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.
Johann Christoph Wendland (1755-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Wendl.' in the authors string.
Ericaceae Taxonomic Expert Network record: Erica mertensiana: Originally associated with wfo-0001047349