Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dodii
ID:
672570

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guthrie & Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 207 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671902

Common Names

  • Erica dodii
  • Heath Dodii
  • Heather Dodii

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Description

Erica dodii (also called Dodii 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 dodii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and in topiary. The flowers of this plant are edible and can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica dodii 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 dodii 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 dodii

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

Erica dodii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica dodii?

Erica dodii

What are the common names of Erica dodii?

Dod's heath, Dod's heather

What is the natural habitat of Erica dodii?

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

References

Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.
Francis Guthrie (1831-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guthrie' in the authors string.