Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
velitaris
ID:
674204

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 6: 357 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673536

Common Names

  • Erica velitaris
  • Veiled Heath
  • Veiled Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides velitare (Salisb.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica velitaris (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 velitaris 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica velitaris var. parvibracteata L.Bolus
Erica velitaris var. velitaris
Erica velitaris var. hemisphaerica Bolus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica velitaris 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 velitaris 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 velitaris

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

Erica velitaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica velitaris?

Erica velitaris

What is the common name of Erica velitaris?

Veiled heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica velitaris?

Erica velitaris 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