Erica inflaticalyx - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 280 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672318
Common Names
- Erica inflaticalyx
- Inflated-Lipped Heath
- Bell Heather
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica inflaticalyx (also called Inflated-Calyx Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small, oblong leaves and pink, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in rocky, sandy soils in scrub and heathland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Erica inflaticalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in the production of honey.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Erica inflaticalyx 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica inflaticalyx is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1.2 m (4 ft). It has small, narrow leaves and small, bell-shaped flowers that are white or pink in color. It prefers a sunny location and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed.
Where to Find Erica inflaticalyx
Erica inflaticalyx is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape province.
Erica inflaticalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica inflaticalyx?
Erica inflaticalyx
What is the common name of Erica inflaticalyx?
Inflated-calyx heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica inflaticalyx?
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
References
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.