Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tradouwensis
ID:
674099

Status:
valid

Authors:
Compton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 9: 130 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673431

Common Names

  • Erica tradouwensis
  • Heath Pink
  • Heath Bell

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Description

Erica tradouwensis (also called Tradouw Heath, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with small, bell-shaped, white flowers. It is native to South Africa, and is found in dry, open, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica tradouwensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used in the production of honey.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica tradouwensis 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 tradouwensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained seed compost. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a propagator. The plants should be grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Erica tradouwensis

Erica tradouwensis is native to South Africa.

Erica tradouwensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica tradouwensis?

Erica tradouwensis

What is the common name of Erica tradouwensis?

Tradouw Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica tradouwensis?

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