Erica atromontana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 251 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671438
Common Names
- Erica atromontana
- Dark Mountain Heath
- Dark Mountain Bell
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erica atromontana (also called 'Black Mountain Heath' and 'Black Mountain Bell Heather', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Erica atromontana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It has a low water requirement and is drought tolerant, making it suitable for xeriscaping. It is also used as a bee plant, providing nectar and pollen for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Erica atromontana 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica atromontana 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 atromontana
Erica atromontana is native to the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Erica atromontana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica atromontana?
Erica atromontana
What type of plant is Erica atromontana?
Erica atromontana is a shrub
Where is Erica atromontana found?
Erica atromontana is found in South Africa
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
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.