Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
strigilifolia
ID:
673999

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 6: 367 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673331

Common Names

  • Strigose Heath
  • Cross-leaved Heath
  • Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Erica strigilifolia strigilifolia [valid]

Description

Erica strigilifolia (also called Common Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub of the Ericaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, linear leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Erica strigilifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in potpourri. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating coughs, colds, and other respiratory ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica strigilifolia var. rosea Bolus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica strigilifolia has white or pink flowers that are bell-shaped and have a sweet scent. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica strigilifolia is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Erica strigilifolia

Erica strigilifolia can be found in the Mediterranean regions of Europe, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Erica strigilifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica strigilifolia?

Erica strigilifolia

What are the common names of Erica strigilifolia?

Strigil-leaved heath, Spreading heath

Where does Erica strigilifolia grow?

Erica strigilifolia is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East

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