Erica orthiocola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 30: 49 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672782
Common Names
- Erica orthiocola
- Thyme-loving Heath
- Thyme-loving Erica
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica orthiocola (also called Rock Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Erica orthiocola has been used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Erica orthiocola flower is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica orthiocola 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 orthiocola
Erica orthiocola is native to South Africa, in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.
Erica orthiocola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica orthiocola?
Erica orthiocola
What is the natural habitat of Erica orthiocola?
Erica orthiocola is native to South Africa.
What are the common uses of Erica orthiocola?
Erica orthiocola 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
References
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.