Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
accommodata
ID:
671962

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch ex Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 620 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671294

Common Names

  • Erica accommodata
  • Accommodate Erica
  • Accommodate's Erica

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides accomodatum (Klotzsch ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica acockii (also called Acock's heath, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in open, dry areas, such as heaths, woodlands, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Erica accommodata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make honey, tea, and other products.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica accommodata var. accommodata
Erica accommodata var. subviscidula Bolus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica accommodata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round, with a hard seed coat. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica accommodata is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained, acid soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Erica accommodata

Erica accommodata can be found in the western United States, from California to Texas.

Erica accommodata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica accommodata?

Erica accommodata

What type of plant is Erica accommodata?

Erica accommodata is a species of flowering plant in the heath family.

Where is Erica accommodata found?

Erica accommodata is found in the western United States, primarily in California and Nevada.

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

References