Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plukenetii
ID:
673619

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 356 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672951

Common Names

  • Erica plukenetii
  • Plukenetii Erica
  • Plukenetii Heater

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Synonyms

  • Ectasis plukenetii (L.) D.Don [valid]
  • Erica fusiformis Salisb. [valid]
  • Ericoides adenostemum (Kuntze) Kuntze [valid]
  • Ericoides plukenetii (L.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica plukenetii (also called Plukenet's 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 plukenetii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica plukenetii sub. breviflora (Dulfer) E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.
Erica plukenetii sub. lineata (Benth.) E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.
Erica plukenetii sub. penicillata (Andrews) E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.
Erica plukenetii sub. plukenetii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica plukenetii is a bell-shaped, pinkish-purple flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica plukenetii is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Erica plukenetii

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

Erica plukenetii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Erica plukenetii?

Erica plukenetii is found in South Africa.

What is the size of Erica plukenetii?

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

What is the flowering period of Erica plukenetii?

Erica plukenetii 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