Language: French with English summary
In Central Africa, the family Ericaceae is represented by the genera Erica (7 species), Agarista (1 species) and Vaccinium (1 species). This volume includes user-friendly keys to all taxa as well as 5 detailed full-page illustrations. The family is restricted to submontane and montane parts of the area covered by this Flora. All species come with a full description, most important synonyms, data on their distribution, habitat, vernacular names and uses, as well as references to additional literature and the citation of representative herbarium specimens.