Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aristella
ID:
672082

Status:
valid

Authors:
SInclair ex J.Forbes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Hort. Eric. Woburn. : 2 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671414

Common Names

  • Erica aristella
  • Silver-fringed Heath
  • Silver-fringed Bell

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Description

Erica aristella (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 aristella is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant, making it an ideal choice for gardens in dry climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica aristella 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 aristella can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be protected from cold winds.

Where to Find Erica aristella

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

Erica aristella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica aristella?

Erica aristella

What is the common name of Erica aristella?

Dwarf heather

What is the natural habitat of Erica aristella?

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

James Forbes (1773-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Forbes' in the authors string.
Sir John Sinclair, 1st Baronet (1754-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sinclair' in the authors string.