Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
utriculosa
ID:
674181

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bolus Herb. 3: 176 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673513

Common Names

  • Ophiopogon dracaenoides
  • Dragon's Beard
  • Dragon's Bells

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Description

Erica utriculosa (also called Bladder Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small bladder-shaped flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica utriculosa is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is often used as a ground cover in areas that are difficult to mow. It is also a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica utriculosa has small, white to pink flowers that are borne in clusters in the leaf axils. The flowers are followed by small, brown, four-angled seeds. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves that are densely covered in white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica utriculosa is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10 and prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and should be about 4 inches long. Place the cuttings in a potting mix of equal parts sand and peat moss and keep them moist until they root, which usually takes about 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Erica utriculosa

Erica utriculosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, especially in Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Erica utriculosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica utriculosa?

Erica utriculosa

What type of plant is Erica utriculosa?

Erica utriculosa is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Erica utriculosa?

Erica utriculosa is native to South Africa

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