Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arenaria
ID:
672073

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bolus Herb. 2: 159 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671405

Common Names

  • Erica arenaria
  • Sand Heath
  • Sand Erica

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Description

Erica arenaria (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 arenaria 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 Erica arenaria flower is a small, bell-shaped flower that is usually white in color. The seeds are tiny and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica arenaria 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 arenaria

Erica arenaria is native to the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Erica arenaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica arenaria?

Erica arenaria

What is the common name of Erica arenaria?

Sand heather

What is the natural habitat of Erica arenaria?

Coastal sand dunes of 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