Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
permutata
ID:
673543

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dulfier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 67: 85 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672875

Common Names

  • Erica Permutata
  • Permutata Erica
  • Permutata Bell Heather

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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica permutata 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 permutata 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 permutata

Erica permutata can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Erica permutata FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Erica permutata?

Erica permutata prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the best way to propagate Erica permutata?

Erica permutata can be propagated from cuttings or by division.

What pests or diseases can affect Erica permutata?

Erica permutata is susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and root rot.

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