Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
infundibuliformis
ID:
672988

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Col. Engr. Heaths 4: 240 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672320

Common Names

  • Erica infundibuliformis
  • Trumpet Heath
  • Funnel Heath

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Synonyms

  • Callista infundibuliformis (Andrews) G.Don [valid]
  • Callista pavettiflora (Salisb.) G.Don [valid]
  • Erica pavettiflora Salisb. [valid]
  • Ericoides pavettiflorum (Salisb.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica infundibuliformis (also called Funnel 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 infundibuliformis 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 infundibuliformis 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 infundibuliformis 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 infundibuliformis

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

Erica infundibuliformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica infundibuliformis?

Erica infundibuliformis

What is the common name of Erica infundibuliformis?

Infundibuliform heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica infundibuliformis?

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