Status:
valid
Authors:
R.C.Turner
Source:
cmp
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 34: 39 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673432
Common Names
- Erica tragomontana
- Heath Pink
- Heath Bell
Description
Erica tragomontana (also called Tragomont Heath, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with small, bell-shaped, white flowers. It is native to Europe, and is found in dry, open, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Erica tragomontana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used in the production of honey.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Erica tragomontana flower is a small, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erica tragomontana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained seed compost. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a propagator. The plants should be grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Erica tragomontana
Erica tragomontana is native to South Africa.
Erica tragomontana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica tragomontana?
Erica tragomontana
What is the common name of Erica tragomontana?
Tragomont Heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica tragomontana?
It is native to South Africa and is found in mountainous areas
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
R.C. Turner: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Turner' in the authors string.