Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adnata
ID:
671978

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bolus Herb. 4: 132 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671310

Common Names

  • Erica adnata
  • Adnate Erica
  • Adnate Heath

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Description

Erica adnata (also called Adnate Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, narrow, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped, pink flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is often found in rocky areas, dry meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica adnata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica adnata 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 adnata 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 adnata

Erica adnata can be found in the Mediterranean region, as well as in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Erica adnata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica adnata?

Erica adnata

What type of plant is Erica adnata?

Erica adnata is an evergreen shrub

What is the habitat of Erica adnata?

Erica adnata is found in dry, open areas in California

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