Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
debilis
ID:
672514

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guthrie & Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 148 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671846

Common Names

  • Erica debilis
  • Debilis Heath
  • Debilis Bell Heather

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Description

Erica debilis (also called Weak 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 debilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica debilis 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 debilis can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a light, sandy soil. Layering should be done in late summer or early autumn and the rooted cuttings should be planted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Erica debilis

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

Erica debilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica debilis?

Erica debilis

What is the common name of Erica debilis?

Weak Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica debilis?

It is native to western and central Europe, including the British Isles.

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

Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.
Francis Guthrie (1831-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guthrie' in the authors string.