Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sparsa
ID:
673946

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch ex Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 620 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673278

Common Names

  • Sparsa Erica
  • Erica Sparsa
  • Sparsa Heather

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Description

Erica sparsa (also called Sparse 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 sparsa 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 sparsa 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica sparsa 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 sparsa

Erica sparsa can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Erica sparsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica sparsa?

Erica sparsa

What is the common name of Erica sparsa?

Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica sparsa?

Woodlands and heaths

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.