Erica viridimontana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 35: 131 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507243
Common Names
- Erica viridimontana
- Viridimontana Erica
- Erica Veitchii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica viridimontana (also called Green Mountain Heath, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a height of up to 1 m. It is native to Europe and is found in heathland and open woodland. It has small, dark green leaves and pink to purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Erica viridimontana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Erica viridimontana sub. nivicola E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.Erica viridimontana sub. viridimontana
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erica viridimontana is a small, bell-shaped flower, usually pink or white in colour. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica viridimontana is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Erica viridimontana
Erica viridimontana is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape Province.
Erica viridimontana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica viridimontana?
Erica viridimontana
What is the common name of Erica viridimontana?
Green mountain heath
What are the characteristics of Erica viridimontana?
Erica viridimontana is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, narrow leaves and pink or white flowers that bloom in summer.
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
References
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.
Inge Magdalene Oliver (1947-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Oliv.' in the authors string.