Erica simii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.Moore) E.G.H.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 53: 457 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673257
Common Names
- Simii Erica
- Erica Simii
- Simii Heather
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica simii (also called Sim's heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky, sandy soils and is found in dry, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Erica simii 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 simii flower is white or pink and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica simii is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a rooting medium such as sand or perlite. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Erica simii
Erica simii can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Erica simii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica simii?
Erica simii
What is the common name of Erica simii?
Sim's Heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica simii?
Heathlands, moorlands, and open woodlands
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
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.