Erica schelpeorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 32: 172 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673203
Common Names
- Erica schelpeorum
- Schelpe's Heath
- Schelpe's Erica
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica schelpeorum (also called Schelpe's heather, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and bell-shaped, pink flowers. It is native to the UK and Ireland, and is found in heathland, moorland, and coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Erica schelpeorum is an evergreen shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive white flowers and is often used in floral arrangements. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Erica schelpeorum flower is a small, bell-shaped flower with five petals that are pinkish-purple in color. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica schelpeorum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and can be rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Erica schelpeorum
Erica schelpeorum can be found in the Canary Islands.
Erica schelpeorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica schelpeorum?
Erica schelpeorum
What are the common names of Erica schelpeorum?
Common names of Erica schelpeorum include Schelpeorum heath and Schelpeorum bell heather.
Where can Erica schelpeorum be found?
Erica schelpeorum is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
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.
Inge Magdalene Oliver (1947-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Oliv.' in the authors string.