Erica Tetralix, also known as the cross-leaved heath, is a woody flowering plant, belonging to the family Ericaceae. This plant is primarily found in western and northern Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. Other synonyms for E. Tetralix include heather, ling, and heath. The plant features small pinkish-purple flowers with four petals that bloom from June to August, and its leaves are arranged in a cross-like pattern. Erica Tetralix is an important source of food for bees and other insects, and historically, it has been used in folk medicine to treat a variety of ailments. Despite its many synonyms, E. Tetralix remains a beautiful and fascinating plant.