Eyelash Heath

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Erica aneimena

Eyelash Heath, a reference photo
Photo: Di Turner · CC0 1.0 (licence)

Erica aneimena is a plant that belongs to the genus Erica and forms part of the fynbos. The species is endemic to the Western Cape where it occurs near George in the Outeniqua Mountains. The plant's habitat is threatened by invasive plants and forestry operations.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Eyelash Heath being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Plantae
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Order
Ericales
Family
Ericaceae
Genus
Erica
Species
Erica aneimena

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