Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vanheurckii
ID:
674198

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Observ. Bot. Descript. Pl. Nov. Herb. Van Heurckiani 1: 36 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673530

Common Names

  • Erica vanheurckii
  • Van Heurck's Heath
  • Van Heurck's Bell Heather

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Description

Erica vanheurckii (also called Van Heurck's 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 vanheurckii 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

The flower of Erica vanheurckii is a pink to purple bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica vanheurckii 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 vanheurckii

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

Erica vanheurckii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica vanheurckii?

Erica vanheurckii

What is the common name of Erica vanheurckii?

Van Heurck's heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica vanheurckii?

Erica vanheurckii 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