Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
valida
ID:
674192

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.A.Baker

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 34: 81 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673524

Common Names

  • Erica valida
  • Valid Heath
  • Valid Bell Heather

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Description

Erica valida (also called Valida Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small tubular flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica valida is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is often used as a ground cover in areas that are difficult to mow. It is also a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica valida has small, yellow, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in clusters. The seeds are small and black and are contained in a capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica valida 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 valida

Erica valida can be found in the Mediterranean region, especially in Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Erica valida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica valida?

Erica valida

What is the common name of Erica valida?

Valid heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica valida?

Erica valida is found in dry, rocky areas 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