Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cryptoclada
ID:
672461

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Dorr & E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 21: 80 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671793

Common Names

  • Erica cryptoclada
  • Cryptoclada Heath
  • Cryptoclada Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Philippia cryptoclada Baker [valid]
  • Philippia senescens Baker [valid]
  • Philippia cryptoclada hybrida H.Perrier [valid]

Description

Erica cryptoclada (also called heather, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to a height of 0.3–1 m (1 ft 0 in–3 ft 3 in). It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky places, garrigue, and dry woods.

Uses & Benefits

Erica cryptoclada is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and it is also used as a hedge plant. It is also used as a source of honey and nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica cryptoclada flower is a small, bell-shaped bloom that is usually white or pink in color. The seed is a small, round capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica cryptoclada 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 cryptoclada

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

Erica cryptoclada FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica cryptoclada?

Erica cryptoclada

What is the common name of Erica cryptoclada?

Cryptic Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica cryptoclada?

Heaths, scrub and rocky places

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Laurence J. Dorr (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dorr' in the authors string.
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.