Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tetralix
ID:
674067

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 353 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673399

Common Names

  • Four-leaved Heath
  • Cross-leaved Heath
  • Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Tetralix septentrionalis E.Mey. [valid]
  • Eremocallis glomerata Gray [valid]
  • Ericoides glomeratum (Andrews) Kuntze [valid]
  • Ericoides mackeyi Kuntze [valid]
  • Ericoides tetralix (L.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica tetralix (also called Cross-leaved heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is a low-growing, spreading shrub with small, dark green leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica tetralix is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica tetralix flower is a small, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica tetralix is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by cuttings or division in spring or summer.

Where to Find Erica tetralix

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

Erica tetralix FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica tetralix?

Erica tetralix

What type of soil does Erica tetralix prefer?

Erica tetralix prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the best climate for Erica tetralix?

Erica tetralix prefers a temperate climate with plenty of sunlight.

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