Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
walkeri
ID:
674290

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Col. Engr. Heaths 1: 72 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673622

Common Names

  • Walker's Heath
  • Walker's Bell Heather
  • Walker's Heather

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Synonyms

  • Callista pellucida D.Don [valid]
  • Callista walkeria G.Don [valid]
  • Erica walkeriana Sweet [valid]
  • Erica juliana G.Sinclair [valid]

Description

Erica walkeri (also called Walker's heath, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Western Cape of South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and produces small, pink flowers in the spring. It is found in dry, rocky areas and grows in full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Erica walkeri has been used as an ornamental plant and is often used in rock gardens. It is also used in the production of honey.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica walkeri var. praestans (Andrews) Bolus
Erica walkeri var. walkeri

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica walkeri has white to pink flowers, small, round, black seeds and small, round seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica walkeri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly.

Where to Find Erica walkeri

Erica walkeri is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be found in the wild in South Africa, Namibia, and other African countries.

Erica walkeri FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Erica walkeri?

Erica walkeri is native to the Western Cape of South Africa.

What type of soil does Erica walkeri prefer?

Erica walkeri prefers acidic, well-drained soils.

How much sunlight does Erica walkeri need?

Erica walkeri prefers partial shade, but can tolerate full sun.

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