Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
physantha
ID:
673577

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 619 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672909

Common Names

  • Erica Physantha
  • Physantha Erica
  • Physantha Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides physanthum (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Erica physantha physantha [valid]

Description

Erica physantha (also called Soft-leaved 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 physantha 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 physantha has white or pink flowers, small, egg-shaped seeds, and small, dark green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica physantha 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 physantha

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

Erica physantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica physantha?

Erica physantha

What is the common name of Erica physantha?

Physantha heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica physantha?

Dry, sandy soils in heathland, grassland, and scrubland

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