Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tegulifolia
ID:
674040

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 6: 351 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673372

Common Names

  • Erica tegulifolia
  • Heath Heath
  • Irish Heath

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Synonyms

  • Lamprotis squamosa (Andrews) G.Don [valid]
  • Erica squamosa Andrews [valid]
  • Ericoides squamosum (Andrews) Kuntze [valid]
  • Eurystegia tegulifolia (Salisb.) G.Don [valid]

Description

Erica tegulifolia (also called Tegulifolia 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 tegulifolia 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 tegulifolia 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 tegulifolia can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and will tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Erica tegulifolia

Erica tegulifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Erica tegulifolia FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Erica tegulifolia?

Erica tegulifolia is native to the Cape Provinces of South Africa.

What is the best soil type for Erica tegulifolia?

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

How much sunlight does Erica tegulifolia need?

Erica tegulifolia 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