Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platycalyx
ID:
673612

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 340 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672944

Common Names

  • Erica platycalyx
  • Platycalyx Erica
  • Platycalyx Heater

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Synonyms

  • Platycalyx pumila N.E.Br. [valid]

Description

Erica platycalyx (also called Broad-calyx heath, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is a small shrub with small, pink flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica platycalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica platycalyx flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica platycalyx is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Erica platycalyx

Erica platycalyx can be found in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Erica platycalyx FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Erica platycalyx?

Erica platycalyx is found in South Africa.

What is the size of Erica platycalyx?

Erica platycalyx is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height.

What is the flowering period of Erica platycalyx?

Erica platycalyx flowers from late spring to early summer.

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