Status:
valid
Authors:
Dorr & E.G.H.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 21: 77 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671417
Common Names
- Erica armandiana
- Armand's Heath
- Armand's Bell
Synonyms
- Philippia capitata Baker [valid]
Description
Erica armandiana (also called 'Armand's Heath' and 'Armand's Bell Heather', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Erica armandiana is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant, making it an ideal choice for gardens in dry climates.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Erica armandiana flower is a small, tubular, white flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a white tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erica armandiana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be protected from cold winds.
Where to Find Erica armandiana
Erica armandiana is native to the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Erica armandiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica armandiana?
Erica armandiana
What is the common name of Erica armandiana?
Armand's heather
What is the natural habitat of Erica armandiana?
Mountainous areas of Europe
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