Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
racemosa
ID:
673738

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1785

Citation Micro:
Erica : 31 (1785)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673070

Common Names

  • Erica racemosa
  • Racemose Heath
  • Racemosa Heath

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Description

Erica racemosa (also called Racemose Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with a dense, compact habit. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica racemosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in floral arrangements. It is also used to make herbal teas and has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica racemosa var. racemosa
Erica racemosa var. aristata L.Bolus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica racemosa has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica racemosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Erica racemosa

Erica racemosa is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and North Africa.

Erica racemosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica racemosa?

Erica racemosa

What is the common name of Erica racemosa?

Raceme heath

Where is Erica racemosa native to?

South Africa

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