Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuis
ID:
674056

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moench

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Meth. : 17 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673388

Common Names

  • Erica tenuis
  • Heath Heath
  • Irish Heath

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Description

Erica tenuis (also called Tenuis 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 tenuis 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 tenuis has white or pink flowers that are bell-shaped and have a sweet scent. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica tenuis is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Erica tenuis

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

Erica tenuis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Erica tenuis?

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

What is the best soil type for Erica tenuis?

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

How much sunlight does Erica tenuis need?

Erica tenuis 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