Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andreaei
ID:
672033

Status:
valid

Authors:
Compton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 72: 44 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671365



Common Names

  • Erica Andreaei
  • Andreae's Heath
  • Heath of the Andreae


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Description

Erica andreaei (also called Common Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It is native to Europe and North Africa and is commonly found in heathlands, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica andreaei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make honey, tea, and other products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica andreaei is a small, white to pinkish-white bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica andreaei can be propagated by seed or division. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20F (-29C).

Where to Find Erica andreaei

Erica andreaei can be found in the Western Cape of South Africa.

Erica andreaei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica andreaei?

Erica andreaei

What is the common name of Erica andreaei?

Furze heath

What type of plant is Erica andreaei?

Erica andreaei is a shrub

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