Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
piquetbergensis
ID:
673606

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) E.G.H.Oliv.,

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 125 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672938

Common Names

  • Erica piquetbergensis
  • Piquetbergensis Erica
  • Piquetbergensis Heater

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Synonyms

  • Simocheilus piquetbergensis N.E.Br. [valid]

Description

Erica piquetbergensis (also called Piquetberg heath, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is a small shrub with small, pink flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica piquetbergensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica piquetbergensis flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica piquetbergensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) in height. It has small, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Erica piquetbergensis

Erica piquetbergensis can be found in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Erica piquetbergensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Erica piquetbergensis?

Erica piquetbergensis is found in South Africa.

What is the size of Erica piquetbergensis?

Erica piquetbergensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height.

What is the flowering period of Erica piquetbergensis?

Erica piquetbergensis flowers from late spring to early summer.

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