Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
podophylla
ID:
673631

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 681 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672963

Common Names

  • Erica podophylla
  • Heath Bell
  • Fairy Bells

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides podophyllum (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica podophylla (also called Long-leaved Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub with long, needle-like leaves and small, white, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica podophylla 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 flower of Erica podophylla is a bell-shaped, pinkish-purple flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica podophylla 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 podophylla

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

Erica podophylla FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Erica podophylla?

Erica podophylla is found in South Africa.

What is the size of Erica podophylla?

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

What is the flowering period of Erica podophylla?

Erica podophylla 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