Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curvistyla
ID:
672490

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 291 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671822

Common Names

  • Erica curvistyla
  • Curvistyla Heath
  • Curvistyla Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Eremia curvistyla (N.E.Br.) E.G.H.Oliv. [valid]
  • Eremiopsis curvistyla N.E.Br. [valid]

Description

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

The Erica curvistyla flower is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica curvistyla 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 curvistyla

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

Erica curvistyla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica curvistyla?

Erica curvistyla

What is the common name of Erica curvistyla?

Curved-style Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica curvistyla?

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