Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coarctata
ID:
672361

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Wendl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1809

Citation Micro:
Eric. Icon. Descr. 2(19): 99 (1809)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671693

Common Names

  • Erica coarctata
  • Heath Coarctate
  • Heather Coarctate

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides coarctatum (J.C.Wendl.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Ericoides longipes (Bartl.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica coarctata (also called Coarctate Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has small, white flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers sandy soils and is found in coastal dunes and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica coarctata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica coarctata var. coarctata
Erica coarctata var. longipes (Bartl.) Bolus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Erica coarctata are white and bell-shaped, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica coarctata is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Erica coarctata

Erica coarctata is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.

Erica coarctata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica coarctata?

Erica coarctata

What is the family of Erica coarctata?

Ericaceae

What is the common name of Erica coarctata?

Coarctate 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