Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thodei
ID:
674077

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guthrie & Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 284 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673409

Common Names

  • Erica thodei
  • Thode's heath
  • Heath heather

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Description

Erica thodei (also called Thode's heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is a low-growing, spreading shrub with small, dark green leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica thodei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica thodei is a small, bell-shaped, white or pink flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica thodei is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by cuttings or division in spring or summer.

Where to Find Erica thodei

Erica thodei is native to South Africa.

Erica thodei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica thodei?

Erica thodei

What type of soil does Erica thodei prefer?

Erica thodei prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the best climate for Erica thodei?

Erica thodei prefers a temperate climate with plenty of sunlight.

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

Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.
Francis Guthrie (1831-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guthrie' in the authors string.