Erica cubica Linnaeus, Diss. Botanicum de Erica: 10. 1770.

RCN: 2756.

Lectotype (designated here by Oliver): Herb. Linn. "18 Erica cubica " (UPS) . - Epitype (designated here by Oliver): South Africa. SW Cape Province, 3320CD, Swellendam State Forest, “Plaat” above Wamakersbos, lower slopes of Langeberg, ca. 1,500ft, fairly frequent, pink, 2 Oct 1979, Taylor 10032 (NBG; iso- PRE).

Current name: Erica cubica L. ( Ericaceae).