Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petricola
ID:
673565

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 53: 457 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672897

Common Names

  • Erica Petricola
  • Petricola Erica
  • Petricola Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Philippia petrophila E.G.H.Oliv. [valid]

Description

Erica petricola (also called Rock Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers well-drained soils and is often found in rocky areas and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica petricola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica petricola flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica petricola is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a sheltered location until they are established. Once established, Erica petricola can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Erica petricola

Erica petricola can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Erica petricola FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Erica petricola?

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

What is the best way to propagate Erica petricola?

Erica petricola can be propagated from cuttings or by division.

What pests or diseases can affect Erica petricola?

Erica petricola 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