Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
azaleifolia
ID:
672126

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 6: 334 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671458

Common Names

  • Erica azaleifolia
  • Azalea-leaved Heath
  • Azalea-leaved Bell

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Description

Erica azaleifolia (also called Azalea-leaved Heath, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky areas and scrubland. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring.

Uses & Benefits

Erica azaleifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica blaeria has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica azaleifolia is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagate by seed, cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Erica azaleifolia

Erica azaleifolia can be found in South Africa, particularly in the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Erica azaleifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica azaleifolia?

Erica azaleifolia

What is the common name of Erica azaleifolia?

Azalea-leaved heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica azaleifolia?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky and sandy soils.

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