Philippia
Philippia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Ericaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and Macaronesia. The genus was first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1753.
Philippia species are typically small shrubs or subshrubs, often with heath-like foliage. The flowers are usually
The genus Philippia is closely related to the genus Erica, and some botanists have classified Philippia species
One notable species is Philippia arborea, a shrub native to the Canary Islands and Madeira, where it
The ecological role of Philippia species often involves providing habitat and food for insects and small animals.