Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
praecox
ID:
673648

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 12: 517 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672980

Common Names

  • Erica praecox
  • Early Heath
  • Early Bell Heather

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Description

Erica praecox (also called Early 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 praecox 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 praecox are also used to make honey.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica praecox has white flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica praecox is a small evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is hardy to USDA Zone 6 and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Erica praecox

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

Erica praecox FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica praecox?

Erica praecox

What is the common name of Erica praecox?

Dwarf heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica praecox?

Dry, sandy or rocky soils in open woodlands and heaths

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