Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petrusiana
ID:
673567

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 32: 58 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672899

Common Names

  • Erica Petrusiana
  • Petrusiana Erica
  • Petrusiana Bell Heather

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Description

Erica petrusiana (also called Peter's 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 petrusiana 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 petrusiana 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 petrusiana is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1m in height. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagate by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Erica petrusiana

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

Erica petrusiana FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Erica petrusiana?

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

What is the best way to propagate Erica petrusiana?

Erica petrusiana can be propagated from cuttings or by division.

What pests or diseases can affect Erica petrusiana?

Erica petrusiana 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