Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
penicilliformis
ID:
673535

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1796

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Stirp. Chap. Allerton : 297 (1796)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672867

Common Names

  • Erica Penicilliformis
  • Penicilliformis Erica
  • Penicilliformis Bell Heather

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Description

Erica penicilliformis (also called Common Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has small, pinkish-white flowers. It is found in sandy soils and dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erica penicilliformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used as a hedge or groundcover.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica penicilliformis var. chrysantha (Klotzsch ex Benth.) Bolus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica penicilliformis is a white to pale pink, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and slender with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica penicilliformis is an evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Erica penicilliformis

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

Erica penicilliformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica penicilliformis?

Erica penicilliformis

What is the common name of Erica penicilliformis?

Penicilliform heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica penicilliformis?

Dry, sandy soils in heathland, grassland, and scrubland

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