Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inflata
ID:
672984

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1785

Citation Micro:
Erica : 41 (1785)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672316

Common Names

  • Inflated Erica
  • Inflated Heath
  • Inflated Bell-heather

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Description

Erica inflata (also called Inflated Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in rocky, sandy soils in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erica inflata is a species of flowering plant in the heather family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used medicinally for a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica inflata flower is a small, bell-shaped flower that is usually pink or white in color. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a reddish-purple hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica inflata is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Erica inflata

Erica inflata is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape province.

Erica inflata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica inflata?

Erica inflata

What is the common name of Erica inflata?

Inflated heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica inflata?

Dry, rocky slopes and heaths

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