Erica cereris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Compton) E.G.H.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 327 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671649
Common Names
- Heath
- Ling
- Mountain Heath
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Arachnocalyx cereris Compton [valid]
- Acrostemon cereris (Compton) E.G.H.Oliv. [valid]
Description
Erica cereris (also called Common heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and pink or white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Erica cereris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erica cereris 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica cereris 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 cereris
Erica cereris can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Erica cereris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica cereris?
Erica cereris
What is the family of Erica cereris?
Ericaceae
What is the common name of Erica cereris?
Cereal 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
References
Robert Harold Compton (1886-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Compton' in the authors string.
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.