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Inflorescence of Erica gracilis

Erica gracilis J. C. Wendl.

Erica gracilis forms racemose inflorescences consisting of miniature nodding bell-shaped flowers located at the tips of the shoots.

In the reference 9 varieties crop Slender heath, where this is mentioned in the description.

The flowers of Erica gracilis are gathered in racemose inflorescences at the shoot apices. A single inflorescence typically contains about four flowers, although the total number per shoot can range from three to fifteen units.

During the flowering period, which occurs in the autumn-winter season, the shoots are covered with inflorescences so densely that it creates the effect of a compact bouquet bloom. Abundant inflorescence formation serves as a key indicator of the plant's ornamental quality, directly depending on light levels and growing conditions.

General information about the subject — on the page Inflorescence.

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Varieties of Slender heath mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.

Amalia

Active

Erica gracilis J. C. Wendl. · Slender heath

HEINZ MANTEN

DE
1 record

Kicrem

Terminated

Erica gracilis J. C. Wendl. · Slender heath

KIPPER| Guenther Kipper

DE
4 records