Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curvirostris
ID:
672489

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 6: 375 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671821

Common Names

  • Erica curvirostris
  • Curvirostris Heath
  • Curvirostris Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides curvirostre (Salisb.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica curvirostris (also called Curved-beaked Heath, among many other common names) is a low-growing evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and small, curved 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 curvirostris 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica curvirostris var. curvirostris
Erica curvirostris var. longisepala L.Bolus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica curvirostris flower is a small, pink, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, star-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica curvirostris is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.2m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of a range of soils. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Erica curvirostris

Erica curvirostris can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.

Erica curvirostris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica curvirostris?

Erica curvirostris

What is the common name of Erica curvirostris?

Curved-billed Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica curvirostris?

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