Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palliiflora
ID:
673479

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 6: 351 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672811

Common Names

  • Erica palliiflora
  • Pallii-flowered Heath
  • Pallii-flowered Erica

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Synonyms

  • Lamprotis pallida (J.C.Wendl.) G.Don [valid]
  • Ericoides palliiflorum (Salisb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Eurylepis palliflora (Salisb.) G.Don [valid]

Description

Erica palliiflora (also called Palliiflora Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica palliiflora has been used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica palliiflora flower is small and white. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica palliiflora is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 1 m (3 ft). It has small, dark green leaves and small, pinkish-white flowers that appear in late winter and early spring. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings taken in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Erica palliiflora

Erica palliiflora can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of North Africa.

Erica palliiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica palliiflora?

Erica palliiflora

What is the natural habitat of Erica palliiflora?

Erica palliiflora is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the common uses of Erica palliiflora?

Erica palliiflora is commonly used as an ornamental plant for landscaping and as a cut flower.

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