Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coventrya
ID:
672435

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Col. Engr. Heaths 4: t. 226 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671767

Common Names

  • Erica coventrya
  • Heath Coventry
  • Heather Coventry

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Synonyms

  • Callista coventryana (Andrews) G.Don [valid]

Description

Erica coventrya (also called Coventry Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It is native to the mountains of South Africa and grows in rocky, sandy soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Erica coventrya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant in landscaping. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating skin conditions, respiratory problems, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica coventrya has pink flowers, small seeds and seedlings that are initially green but turn brown as they mature.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica coventrya is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Erica coventrya

Erica coventrya is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Erica coventrya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica coventrya?

Erica coventrya

What type of plant is Erica coventrya?

Erica coventrya is an evergreen shrub

Where does Erica coventrya grow?

Erica coventrya is native to South Africa

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