Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
philippioides
ID:
673572

Status:
valid

Authors:
Compton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 9: 156 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672904

Common Names

  • Erica Philippioides
  • Philippioides Erica
  • Philippioides Bell Heather

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Description

Erica philippioides (also called Philippi's heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that is native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and small white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in rocky areas and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica philippioides 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

Erica philippioides has white or pink flowers, small, egg-shaped seeds, and small, dark green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica philippioides is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 10-15 cm long. They should be placed in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Erica philippioides

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

Erica philippioides FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Erica philippioides?

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

What is the best way to propagate Erica philippioides?

Erica philippioides can be propagated from cuttings or by division.

What pests or diseases can affect Erica philippioides?

Erica philippioides 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