Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitata
ID:
672292

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 355 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671624

Common Names

  • Heath
  • Ling
  • Mountain Heath

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides capitatum (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Eriodesmia capitata (L.) D.Don [valid]

Description

Erica capitata (also called Head heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Europe. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It is typically found in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica capitata is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and as a hedge plant. It can also be used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The flowers of this plant can be used to make tea and the leaves can be used to make a fragrant oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica capitata flower is a small, bell-shaped, pink-purple flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica capitata is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil in full sun. Propagation is by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Erica capitata

Erica capitata can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Erica capitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica capitata?

Erica capitata

What is the family of Erica capitata?

Ericaceae

Where is Erica capitata native to?

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