Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anomala
ID:
672047

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard & B.L.Burtt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 42: 242 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671379



Common Names

  • Erica Anomala
  • Unusual Heath
  • Heath of the Unusual


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Description

Erica anomala (also called Common Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It grows in sandy soils and is often found in heathlands and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erica anomala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make honey and as a medicinal herb to treat respiratory and digestive ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica anomala is white or pink, bell-shaped and has five petals. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica anomala can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

Where to Find Erica anomala

Erica anomala can be found in the Western Cape of South Africa.

Erica anomala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica anomala?

Erica anomala

What is the common name of Erica anomala?

Anomalous heath

What is the habitat of Erica anomala?

It is found in rocky outcrops, heaths and grasslands

Species in the Erica genus

Erica abbottii, Erica abelii, Erica abietina, Erica accommodata, Erica acuta, Erica adnata, Erica aestiva, Erica affinis, Erica agglutinans, Erica aghillana, Erica albens, Erica albertyniae, Erica albescens, Erica albospicata, Erica alexandri, Erica alfredii, Erica algida, Erica alnea, Erica alopecurus, Erica alticola, Erica altiphila, Erica amalophylla, Erica amatolensis, Erica amicorum, Erica amidae, Erica amoena, Erica amphigena, Erica ampullacea, Erica andreaei, Erica andringitrensis, Erica aneimena, Erica anemodes, Erica anguliger, Erica angulosa, Erica annalis, Erica annectens, Erica anomala, Erica arachnocalyx, Erica arborea, Erica arborescens, Erica arcuata, Erica ardens, Erica arenaria, Erica areolata, Erica argentea, Erica argyraea, Erica aristata, Erica aristella, Erica aristifolia, Erica armandiana,

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.