Erica andevalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cabezudo & J.Rivera
Source:
cmp
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Lagascalia 9: 224 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671363
Common Names
- Erica Andevalensis
- Andevalo Heath
- Heath of the Andevalo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica andevalensis (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 andevalensis 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 andevalensis 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 andevalensis can be propagated by seed or division. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20F (-29C).
Where to Find Erica andevalensis
Erica andevalensis can be found in the Western Cape of South Africa.
Erica andevalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica andevalensis?
Erica andevalensis
What is the common name of Erica andevalensis?
Furze heath
What type of plant is Erica andevalensis?
Erica andevalensis 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
Baltasar Cabezudo Artero (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabezudo' in the authors string.
J. Rivera: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Rivera' in the authors string.