Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
campanularis
ID:
672276

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 6: 330 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671608

Common Names

  • Bell Heath
  • Heath
  • Mountain Bell Heath

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides flavicans (Klotzsch ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica campanularis (also called Bell heather, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Europe. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It is typically found in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica campanularis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The flowers of this plant can be used to make tea and the leaves can be used to make a fragrant oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica campanularis flower is a small, bell-shaped, pink-purple flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica campanularis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Both should be kept in a sunny location.

Where to Find Erica campanularis

Erica campanularis can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Erica campanularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica campanulata?

Erica campanulata

What is the common name of Erica campanulata?

Bell-shaped Heather

What is the natural habitat of Erica campanulata?

It is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece

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