Erica amalophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 32: 168 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671349
Common Names
- Erica Amalophylla
- Heath Bell
- Bell Heath
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica amalophylla (also called Common Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It is native to Europe and North Africa and is commonly found in heathlands, grasslands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Erica amalophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make honey, tea, and other products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erica amalophylla is a small, white to pinkish-white bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a few small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica amalophylla is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained, acid soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Erica amalophylla
Erica amalophylla is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.
Erica amalophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica amalophylla?
Erica amalophylla
What is the common name of Erica amalophylla?
Furze heath
What type of plant is Erica amalophylla?
Erica amalophylla is a shrub
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
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.
Inge Magdalene Oliver (1947-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Oliv.' in the authors string.