Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argentea
ID:
672076

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch ex Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 686 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671408

Common Names

  • Erica argentea
  • Silver Heath
  • Silver Bell

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Synonyms

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

Description

Erica argentea (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 argentea 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica argentea var. argentea
Erica argentea var. rigida Bolus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica argentea flower is a small, tubular, white flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a white tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica argentea 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 argentea

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

Erica argentea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica argentea?

Erica argentea

What is the common name of Erica argentea?

Silver heather

What is the natural habitat of Erica argentea?

Mountainous areas 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

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.