Erica chamissonis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Klotzsch ex Benth.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 685 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671659
Common Names
- Erica chamissonis
- Chamissonis Heath
- Chamissonis' Heath
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica chamissonis (also called Common heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and pink or white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Erica chamissonis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract bees and other pollinators.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Erica chamissonis var. polyantha (Klotzsch ex Benth.) DulferErica chamissonis var. chamissonis
Erica chamissonis var. hirtifolia Dulfer
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erica chamissonis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a pinkish-purple hue. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica chamissonis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil in full sun. Propagation is by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Erica chamissonis
Erica chamissonis can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Erica chamissonis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica chamissonis?
Erica chamissonis
What are the common names of Erica chamissonis?
Bell heather, Cornish heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica chamissonis?
It is native to western Europe, where it is found on dry, sandy soils and rocky hillsides
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.