Erica psittacina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 34: 13 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673007
Common Names
- Erica psittacina
- Parrot Heath
- Parrot Bell Heather
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica psittacina (also called Parrot Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub with small, 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 psittacina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in areas where it is hard to grow grass.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Erica psittacina flower is a pinkish-purple color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica psittacina 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 psittacina
Erica psittacina can be found in the Mediterranean region, especially in the central part of the region.
Erica psittacina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica psittacina?
Erica psittacina
What is the common name of Erica psittacina?
Parrot heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica psittacina?
Erica psittacina is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas.
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
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.
Inge Magdalene Oliver (1947-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Oliv.' in the authors string.