Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albens
ID:
671994

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1771

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. 2: 231 (1771)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671326

Common Names

  • White Heath
  • Heath
  • White Erica

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides albens (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Eurylepis albens (L.) D.Don [valid]

Description

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica albens var. albens
Erica albens var. longiflora Benth.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Erica albens are white to pale pink, tubular, and about 1/2 inch long. Seed: The seeds are small, round, and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica albens is a species of flowering shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m (5 ft) tall and has small, white flowers. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Erica albens

Erica albens is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in grasslands and open woodlands.

Erica albens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica albens?

Erica albens

What is the common name of Erica albens?

White heath

What is the habitat of Erica albens?

It is found in rocky outcrops, heaths and grasslands

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