Erica propinqua - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Guthrie & Bolus
Source:
cmp
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 276 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673001
Common Names
- Erica propinqua
- Close Heath
- Close Bell Heather
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica propinqua (also called Close 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 propinqua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Erica propinqua flower is a pinkish-purple color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica propinqua 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 propinqua
Erica propinqua can be found in the Mediterranean region, especially in the northern part of the region.
Erica propinqua FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica propinqua?
Erica propinqua
What is the common name of Erica propinqua?
Proximate heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica propinqua?
Dry, sandy soils
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
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.
Francis Guthrie (1831-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guthrie' in the authors string.