Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conferta
ID:
672390

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Col. Engr. Heaths , ed. 2, 2: t. 59 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671722

Common Names

  • Erica conferta
  • Dense Heath
  • Dense Heather

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Synonyms

  • Desmia conferta (Andrews) D.Don [valid]
  • Ericoides confertum (Andrews) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica conferta (also called Dense 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 conferta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica conferta 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 conferta is a small evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It grows best in well-drained, acidic soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Erica conferta

Erica conferta can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Erica conferta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica conferta?

Erica conferta

What is the common name of Erica conferta?

Heath Erica

What is the natural habitat of Erica conferta?

Dry, sandy soils in Mediterranean regions

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