Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caterviflora
ID:
672308

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 6: 372 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671640

Common Names

  • Heath
  • Ling
  • Mountain Heath

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides craterviflorum (Salisb.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica caterviflora (also called Bunch-flowered 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 caterviflora 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica caterviflora var. glabrata Klotzsch ex Baker
Erica caterviflora var. caterviflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica caterviflora is a small, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica caterviflora 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 caterviflora

Erica caterviflora can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Erica caterviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica caterviflora?

Erica caterviflora

What is the family of Erica caterviflora?

Ericaceae

What is the common name of Erica caterviflora?

Cluster-flowered heath

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