Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
autumnalis
ID:
672119

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bolus Herb. 3: 178 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671451

Common Names

  • Erica autumnalis
  • Autumn Heath
  • Autumn Bell

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Description

Erica autumnalis (also called 'Autumn Heath' and 'Autumn 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 autumnalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica barbata has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica autumnalis is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagate by seed, cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Erica autumnalis

Erica autumnalis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia.

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