Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
physophylla
ID:
673579

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 682 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672911



Common Names

  • Erica Physophylla
  • Erica Picta
  • Erica Pilaarkopensis


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Synonyms

  • Ericoides physophyllum (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica physophylla (also called Soft-leaved heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that is native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and small white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in rocky areas and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica physophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in landscaping, as it is a low-maintenance shrub. The flowers of Erica physophylla are also used to make honey.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica physophylla has white or pink flowers, small, egg-shaped seeds, and small, dark green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica physophylla is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m (5 ft) in height. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Erica physophylla

Erica physophylla can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Erica physophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica physophylla?

Erica physophylla

What is the common name of Erica physophylla?

Physophylla heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica physophylla?

Dry, sandy soils in heathland, grassland, and scrubland

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