Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
remota
ID:
673769

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 375 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673101

Common Names

  • Erica remota
  • Remote Heath
  • Remota Heath

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Synonyms

  • Scyphogyne remota N.E.Br. [valid]

Description

Erica remota (also called remote 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 remota 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 remota 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 remota is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Erica remota

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

Erica remota FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica remota?

Erica remota

What is the natural habitat of Erica remota?

Erica remota is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the common uses of Erica remota?

Erica remota is commonly used as an ornamental plant for landscaping and as a cut flower.

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

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.