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Erica purgatoriensis

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Erica purgatoriensis
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Ericales
Family: Ericaceae
Genus: Erica
Species:
E. purgatoriensis
Binomial name
Erica purgatoriensis

Erica purgatoriensis is a species of flowering plant in the heath and heather family Ericaceae, native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa.[1] Known from only one location, a wetland alongside a road, and with around 500 mature individuals occupying an area of about one hectare, it is assessed as Vulnerable.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "Erica purgatoriensis H.A.Baker". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 17 December 2022.
  2. ^ Turner, R.C.; Oliver, E.G.H.; Pillay, D. (2007). "Erica purgatoriensis H.A.Baker". National Assessment: Red List of South African Plants version 2020.1. South African National Biodiversity Institute. Retrieved 17 December 2022.