Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ocellata
ID:
673421

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guthrie & Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 157 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672753

Common Names

  • Ocellata Heath
  • Heath Ocellata
  • Ocellata Bell Heath

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Description

Erica ocellata (also called Ocellated heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, needle-like leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It typically grows in sandy soils and open areas, such as coastal heaths and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica ocellata is used in landscaping as an ornamental plant. It is also used in gardens as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica ocellata 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 ocellata 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 ocellata

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

Erica ocellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica ocellata?

Erica ocellata

What is the common name of Erica ocellata?

Ocellated Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica ocellata?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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

Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.
Francis Guthrie (1831-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guthrie' in the authors string.