Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) E.G.H.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 48: 769 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671547
Common Names
- Erica brachyphylla
- Brachyphylla Heath
- Brachyphylla Heather
Synonyms
- Salaxis brachyphylla D.Dietr. [valid]
- Salaxis montana Bojer [valid]
- Philippia brachyphylla Benth. [valid]
Description
Erica brachyphylla (also called short-leaved heath, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, leathery leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including rocky and sandy soils, as well as in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Erica brachyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Erica brachyphylla flower is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedling is a small, green, needle-like shoot.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erica brachyphylla can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Erica brachyphylla
Erica brachyphylla can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.
Erica brachyphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica brachyphylla?
Erica brachyphylla
What is the natural habitat of Erica brachyphylla?
Erica brachyphylla is native to South Africa.
What are the care requirements for Erica brachyphylla?
Erica brachyphylla prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and pruned after flowering.
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