Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
frigida
ID:
672766

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 32: 235 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672098

Common Names

  • Frigid Heath
  • Heath
  • Frigid Erica

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Description

Erica frigida (also called Frigid Heath, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is a low-growing evergreen shrub, typically reaching heights of 0.3–0.6 m (1–2 ft). It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky areas, sandstone slopes, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Erica frigida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica frigida is a small, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica frigida is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, white, bell-shaped flowers. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Erica frigida

Erica frigida is native to the Canary Islands.

Erica frigida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica frigida?

Erica frigida

What type of soil does Erica frigida prefer?

Erica frigida prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the hardiness zone of Erica frigida?

Erica frigida is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.

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