Botanical name
Erica perspicua subsp. latifoliaFamily
EricaceaeCommon Name
Prince of Wales Heath, VeerheideStatus
Vulnerable
Description
Erect shrub up to 2m. Leaves are tufted, short, usually hairy in 3's and 4's; mass of tubular white or pink flowers with white tips.
Threatened by too frequent fires, urban expansion and alien infestation.
Latin: perspicuous = transparent, clear; referring to the translucent nature of the flowers.
Habitat
Seepage areas on low hills and flats
Flower Date
September to April