Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obconica
ID:
673404

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.A.Baker

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 39: 205 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672736

Common Names

  • Obconica Heath
  • Heath Obconica
  • Obconica Bell Heath

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Description

Erica obconica (also called Obconic Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has small, dark green leaves and white or pink flowers. It prefers sandy soils and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erica obconica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica obconica has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica obconica can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe stems and placed in a moist, sandy soil. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location until established.

Where to Find Erica obconica

Erica obconica can be found in South Africa, in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Erica obconica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica obconica?

Erica obconica

What is the common name of Erica obconica?

Conical heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica obconica?

Erica obconica is native to South Africa

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