Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
azorica
ID:
672127

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochst. ex Seub.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Fl. Azor. : 40 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671459

Common Names

  • Erica azorica
  • Azorean Heath
  • Azorean Bell

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Description

Erica azorica (also called Azorean Heath, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Azores and is found in rocky areas and scrubland. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring.

Uses & Benefits

Erica azorica 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 blaerioides 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 azorica 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 azorica

Erica azorica can be found in the Azores Islands of Portugal.

Erica azorica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica azorica?

Erica azorica

What is the common name of Erica azorica?

Azores heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica azorica?

It is native to the Azores Islands and is found in rocky and sandy soils.

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