Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
distorta
ID:
672566

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bartl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 7: 644 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671898

Common Names

  • Erica distorta
  • Heath Distorted
  • Heather Distorted

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Description

Erica distorta (also called Distorted Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It has small, dark green leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky, calcareous soils. It is often found in scrubland, grassland, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica distorta flower is a small, bell-shaped flower with five petals that are white or pink in color. The seed is a small, black, round seed that is enclosed in a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica distorta is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 1m. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in spring or summer, or by layering in autumn.

Where to Find Erica distorta

Erica distorta can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Erica distorta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica distorta?

Erica distorta

What are the common names of Erica distorta?

Twisted heath, Twisted heather

What is the natural habitat of Erica distorta?

Dry, sandy soils

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