Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conspicua
ID:
672402

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aiton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. 2: 22 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671734

Common Names

  • Erica conspicua
  • Conspicuous Heath
  • Conspicuous Heather

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Synonyms

  • Erica inconspicua Thunb. [valid]
  • Erica lanata J.C.Wendl. [valid]
  • Ericoides conspicuum (Sol.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Ericoides floccosum (Salisb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Ericoides inconspicuum (Thunb.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica conspicua (also called Heath, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky, sandy, and dry habitats. It is a small evergreen shrub growing to 0.3–1 m (1 ft 0 in–3 ft 3 in) tall, with small, needle-like leaves and pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica conspicua sub. conspicua
Erica conspicua sub. roseoflora E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica conspicua has white flowers, small seeds and seedlings that are initially green but turn brown as they mature.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica conspicua is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation can be done by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Erica conspicua

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

Erica conspicua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica conspicua?

Erica conspicua

What is the common name of Erica conspicua?

Heath Erica

What is the natural habitat of Erica conspicua?

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