Erica stuartii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Macfarl.) Mast.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 30: 34 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673336
Common Names
- Stuart's Heath
- Cross-leaved Heath
- Bell Heather
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica stuartii (also called Common Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub of the Ericaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, linear leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Erica stuartii 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Erica stuartii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, green plant with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica stuartii is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Erica stuartii
Erica stuartii can be found in the Mediterranean regions of Europe, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Erica stuartii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica stuartii?
Erica stuartii
What is the common name of Erica stuartii?
Stuart's heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica stuartii?
Erica stuartii is native to South Africa
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
John Muirhead Macfarlane (1855-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Macfarl.' in the authors string.
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.