Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
varderi
ID:
674199

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bolus Herb. 2: 158 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673531

Common Names

  • Erica varderi
  • Varder's Heath
  • Varder's Bell Heather

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Description

Erica varderi (also called Varder'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 varderi 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 varderi 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 varderi 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 varderi

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

Erica varderi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica varderi?

Erica varderi

What is the common name of Erica varderi?

Varder's heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica varderi?

Erica varderi 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