Status:
valid
Authors:
H.A.Baker
Source:
cmp
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 41: 127 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672766
Common Names
- Erica omninoglabra
- Many-toothed Heath
- Many-toothed Erica
Description
Erica omninoglabra (also called Many-toothed 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 omninoglabra is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive, small, white flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Erica omninoglabra has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in spring and summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erica omninoglabra is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, white flowers that appear in late winter and early spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Erica omninoglabra
Erica omninoglabra can be found in South Africa.
Erica omninoglabra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica omninoglabra?
Erica omninoglabra
What is the common name of Erica omninoglabra?
Many-toothed Heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica omninoglabra?
Heathland, moorland and dry, rocky hillsides
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