Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
syngenesia
ID:
674032

Status:
valid

Authors:
Compton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 19: 129 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673364

Common Names

  • Erica syngenesia
  • Heath Heath
  • Irish Heath

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Description

Erica syngenesia (also called Syngenesia heath, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the family Ericaceae. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, white flowers and grows up to 1 meter tall.

Uses & Benefits

Erica syngenesia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica syngenesia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica syngenesia is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It has small, white flowers that appear in spring and summer. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Erica syngenesia

Erica syngenesia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Portugal, Spain, and North Africa.

Erica syngenesia FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Erica syngenesia?

Erica syngenesia is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the best soil type for Erica syngenesia?

Erica syngenesia prefers well-drained, acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5.

How much sunlight does Erica syngenesia need?

Erica syngenesia prefers full sun to partial shade.

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