Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perrieri
ID:
673545

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dorr & E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 21: 88 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672877

Common Names

  • Erica Perrieri
  • Perrieri Erica
  • Perrieri Bell Heather

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Description

Erica perrieri (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 perrieri 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 perrieri 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 perrieri is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 1 m (3 ft). It is hardy to USDA zone 6 and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is also tolerant of salt spray.

Where to Find Erica perrieri

Erica perrieri can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Erica perrieri FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Erica perrieri?

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

What is the best way to propagate Erica perrieri?

Erica perrieri can be propagated from cuttings or by division.

What pests or diseases can affect Erica perrieri?

Erica perrieri 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

References

Laurence J. Dorr (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dorr' in the authors string.
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.