Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tysonii
ID:
674153

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 24: 181 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673485

Common Names

  • Erica tysonii
  • Tyson's Heath
  • Tyson's Bell Heather

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Description

Erica tysonii (also called Heath, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that typically grows to 0.3–0.6 m (1–2 ft) tall. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, and is typically found in dry, acidic soils in heathland, woodland, and scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica tysonii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a border plant. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica tysonii var. tysonii
Erica tysonii var. krookii Zahlbr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica tysonii is a small, bell-shaped, pink or white flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of fine hairs at the tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica tysonii is a small, evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to the Western Cape of South Africa. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers a well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Erica tysonii

Erica tysonii can be found in the Mediterranean region, in the Canary Islands, and in the Azores.

Erica tysonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica tysonii?

Erica tysonii

What is the common name of Erica tysonii?

Tyson's heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica tysonii?

It is found in rocky areas, dry heaths, and grasslands in the Mediterranean region

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