Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cygnea
ID:
672495

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.M.Salter

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 2: 63 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671827

Common Names

  • Erica cygnea
  • Cygnea Heath
  • Cygnea Bell Heather

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Description

Erica cygnea (also called Swan Heath, among many other common names) is a low-growing evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped 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 cygnea 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 cygnea 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 cygnea 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 cygnea

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

Erica cygnea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica cygnea?

Erica cygnea

What is the natural habitat of Erica cygnea?

Erica cygnea is native to South Africa

What are the common uses of Erica cygnea?

Erica cygnea is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens

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