Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polycoma
ID:
673638

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 655 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672970

Common Names

  • Erica polycoma
  • Many-haired Heath
  • Many-haired Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides polycomum (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica polycoma (also called Many-haired heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, white-pink flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica polycoma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in landscaping, as it is a low-maintenance shrub. The flowers of Erica polycoma are also used to make honey.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica polycoma has yellow flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica polycoma 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 polycoma

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

Erica polycoma FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Erica polycoma?

Erica polycoma is found in South Africa.

What is the size of Erica polycoma?

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

What is the flowering period of Erica polycoma?

Erica polycoma 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