Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
velatiflora
ID:
674203

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 350 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673535

Common Names

  • Erica velatiflora
  • Veiled-flowered Heath
  • Veiled-flowered Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Eremia brevifolia Benth. [valid]

Description

Erica velatiflora (also called Veiled 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 velatiflora 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 velatiflora 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 velatiflora 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 velatiflora

Erica velatiflora is native to the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Erica velatiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica velatiflora?

Erica velatiflora

What is the common name of Erica velatiflora?

Veiled-flower heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica velatiflora?

Erica velatiflora 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