Erica toringbergensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
H.A.Baker
Source:
cmp
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 41: 125 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673426
Common Names
- Erica toringbergensis
- Heath Pink
- Heath Bell
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica toringbergensis (also called Toringberg 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 toringbergensis is used as a garden ornamental. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erica toringbergensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica toringbergensis is a species of heather native to the Canary Islands. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It has small, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Erica toringbergensis
Erica toringbergensis is native to South Africa.
Erica toringbergensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica toringbergensis?
Erica toringbergensis
What is the common name of Erica toringbergensis?
Toringberg Heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica toringbergensis?
It is native to South Africa and is found in mountainous areas
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
Hugh Arthur Baker (1896-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Baker' in the authors string.