Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rosacea
ID:
673801

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Guthrie) E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 228 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673133

Common Names

  • Erica rosacea
  • Rosaceous Heath
  • Rosaceous Erica

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Synonyms

  • Thoracosperma bondiae Compton [valid]
  • Thoracosperma fourcadei Compton [valid]
  • Thoracosperma galpinii N.E.Br. [valid]
  • Thoracosperma rosaceum L.Guthrie [valid]

Description

Erica rosacea (also called Rosy heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and pink or white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and on coastal cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Erica rosacea is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in the production of honey and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica rosacea sub. glabrata E.G.H.Oliv.
Erica rosacea sub. rosacea

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica rosacea 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 rosacea is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Erica rosacea

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

Erica rosacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica rosacea?

Erica rosacea

What is the common name of Erica rosacea?

Dwarf heath

Where is Erica rosacea native to?

Western Mediterranean

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

Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.
Louise Guthrie (1879-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Guthrie' in the authors string.