| Erica atrovinosa | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Ericales |
| Family: | Ericaceae |
| Genus: | Erica |
| Species: | E. atrovinosa |
| Binomial name | |
| Erica atrovinosa | |
Erica atrovinosa is a plant belonging to the genus Erica and forming part of the fynbos. [1] The species is endemic to the Western Cape and occurs in the Hex River Mountains from Waaihoek to Milner Peak. It is estimated that there are less than 1 000 plants left. The habitat is threatened by excessive wildfires. [2]