Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arborescens
ID:
672065

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 48: 768 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671397

Common Names

  • Erica Arborescens
  • Tree-like Heath
  • Heath of the Tree-like

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Synonyms

  • Philippia scyphostigma Cordem. [valid]
  • Philippia arborescens (Willd.) Klotzsch [valid]
  • Salaxis arborescens Willd. [valid]

Description

Erica arborescens (also called Common Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It grows in sandy soils and is often found in heathlands and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erica arborescens is an attractive ornamental plant that is used in landscaping and as a cut flower. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica arborescens is white or pink, bell-shaped and has five petals. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica arborescens can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

Where to Find Erica arborescens

Erica arborescens is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.

Erica arborescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica arborescens?

Erica arborescens

What type of plant is Erica arborescens?

Erica arborescens is a shrub

Where is Erica arborescens found?

Erica arborescens is found in Europe

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