Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptopus
ID:
673124

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 680 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672456

Common Names

  • Erica leptopus
  • Heath Bell
  • Heath Heath

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides leptopus (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Erica leptopus leptopus [valid]

Description

Erica leptopus (also called Leptopus Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 meters and has small, narrow leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica leptopus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica leptopus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica leptopus is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to the Middle East. The plant is an evergreen shrub, growing to 1.5 m tall. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings in summer or by seed in autumn.

Where to Find Erica leptopus

Erica leptopus can be found in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.

Erica leptopus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica leptopus?

Erica leptopus

What is the common name of Erica leptopus?

Slender-stalked Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica leptopus?

Heathlands and open woodlands

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