Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
ericifolia
ID:
197435

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 169 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196764



Common Names

  • Amphithalea
  • Ericifolia
  • Ericifolia False Indigo


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Synonyms

  • Priestleya ericifolia (L.) DC. [unknown]
  • Ingenhoussia ericifolia E.Mey. [valid]
  • Borbonia ericifolia L. [valid]

Description

Amphithalea ericifolia (also called 'Heath Pea', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It grows to a height of about 0.4 m and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and savannahs.

Uses & Benefits

Amphithalea ericifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Amphithalea ericifolia sub. erecta Granby
Amphithalea ericifolia sub. minuta Granby
Amphithalea ericifolia sub. scoparia Granby
Amphithalea ericifolia sub. ericifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Amphithalea ericifolia are white and have five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amphithalea ericifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by seed or division and should be planted in the spring or fall. It can be pruned to keep it from becoming too tall.

Where to Find Amphithalea ericifolia

Amphithalea ericifolia is native to Madagascar.

Amphithalea ericifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amphithalea ericifolia?

Amphithalea ericifolia

What is the common name of Amphithalea ericifolia?

Heather-leaved Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Amphithalea ericifolia?

Mountainous regions

Species in the Amphithalea genus

Amphithalea alba, Amphithalea axillaris, Amphithalea biovulata, Amphithalea bodkinii, Amphithalea concava, Amphithalea cuneifolia, Amphithalea ericifolia, Amphithalea fourcadei, Amphithalea imbricata, Amphithalea intermedia, Amphithalea micrantha, Amphithalea oppositifolia, Amphithalea phylicoides, Amphithalea sericea, Amphithalea speciosa, Amphithalea stokoei, Amphithalea tomentosa, Amphithalea violacea, Amphithalea virgata, Amphithalea williamsonii, Amphithalea perplexa, Amphithalea bowiei, Amphithalea bullata, Amphithalea cedarbergensis, Amphithalea ciliaris, Amphithalea cymbifolia, Amphithalea dahlgrenii, Amphithalea flava, Amphithalea minima, Amphithalea monticola, Amphithalea muirii, Amphithalea muraltioides, Amphithalea obtusiloba, Amphithalea pageae, Amphithalea purpurea, Amphithalea rostrata, Amphithalea spinosa, Amphithalea tortilis, Amphithalea vlokii, Amphithalea ericaefolia, Amphithalea villosa, Amphithalea maroccana, Amphithalea tapetiformis, Amphithalea esterhuyseniae, Amphithalea ornata,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.