Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuicaulis
ID:
674047

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch ex Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 669 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673379

Common Names

  • Erica tenuicaulis
  • Heath Heath
  • Irish Heath

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Description

Erica tenuicaulis (also called Tenuicaulis heath, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the family Ericaceae. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, white flowers and grows up to 1 meter tall.

Uses & Benefits

Erica tenuicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica tenuicaulis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica tenuicaulis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and will tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Erica tenuicaulis

Erica tenuicaulis is native to the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Erica tenuicaulis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Erica tenuicaulis?

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

What is the best soil type for Erica tenuicaulis?

Erica tenuicaulis prefers well-drained, acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5.

How much sunlight does Erica tenuicaulis need?

Erica tenuicaulis prefers full sun to partial shade.

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