Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vallis-aranearum
ID:
674195

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pl. Africa 42: t. 1680 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673527

Common Names

  • Erica vallis-aranearum
  • Valley Heath
  • Valley Bell Heather

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Erica vallis-aranearum 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 vallis-aranearum has small, purple, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in clusters. The seeds are small and black and are contained in a capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica vallis-aranearum is a small, evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to the Western Cape of South Africa. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Erica vallis-aranearum

Erica vallis-aranearum can be found in the Mediterranean region, especially in Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Erica vallis-aranearum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica vallis-aranearum?

Erica vallis-aranearum

What is the common name of Erica vallis-aranearum?

Valley of the Aran heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica vallis-aranearum?

Erica vallis-aranearum is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

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