Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oblongiflora
ID:
673411

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 632 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672743

Common Names

  • Oblongiflora Heath
  • Heath Oblongiflora
  • Oblongiflora Bell Heath

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides oblongiflorum (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica oblongiflora (also called Oblong-Flowered Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers well-drained soils and is often found in rocky areas and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica oblongiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make honey and herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica oblongiflora 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 oblongiflora 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 oblongiflora

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

Erica oblongiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica oblongiflora?

Erica oblongiflora

What is the natural habitat of Erica oblongiflora?

Erica oblongiflora is native to South Africa.

What are the common uses of Erica oblongiflora?

Erica oblongiflora is commonly used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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