Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordata
ID:
672411

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
cmp

Year:
1809

Citation Micro:
Col. Engr. Heaths 3: t. 160 (1809)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671743

Common Names

  • Erica cordata
  • Heart-shaped Heath
  • Heart-shaped Heather

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Synonyms

  • Ceramia cordata (Andrews) G.Don [valid]
  • Ericoides cordatum (Andrews) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica cordata (also called Heart-leaved 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, heart-shaped leaves and pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Erica cordata 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 cordata var. arachnoidea (Klotzsch ex Benth.) Dulfer
Erica cordata var. cordata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica cordata 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 cordata

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

Erica cordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica cordata?

Erica cordata

What is the common name of Erica cordata?

Heath Erica

What is the natural habitat of Erica cordata?

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