Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reenensis
ID:
673756

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zahlbr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Ann. K. K. Naturhist. Hofmus. 20: 37 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673088

Common Names

  • Erica reenensis
  • Reenen's Heath
  • Reenensis Heath

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Description

Erica reenensis (also called Reenen's heath, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the Cape Provinces and the Northern Provinces of South Africa. It is found in dry, sandy soils in fynbos and renosterveld vegetation.

Uses & Benefits

Erica reenensis is used as a garden ornamental and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica reenensis flower is white or pink and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica reenensis 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 reenensis

Erica reenensis is native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa.

Erica reenensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica reenensis?

Erica reenensis

What is the common name of Erica reenensis?

Reenen's heath

Where is Erica reenensis 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