Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filago
ID:
672701

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alm & T.C.E.Fr.) Beentje

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Ericac.: 24 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672033

Common Names

  • Heath
  • Furze
  • Broom

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Synonyms

  • Blaeria afromontana Alm & T.C.E.Fr. [valid]
  • Blaeria elgonensis Alm & T.C.E.Fr. [valid]
  • Blaeria filago Alm & T.C.E.Fr. [valid]
  • Blaeria filago afromontana (Alm & T.C.E.Fr.) Alm & T.C.E.Fr. [valid]
  • Blaeria filago saxicola (Alm & T.C.E.Fr.) Hedberg [valid]
  • Blaeria saxicola Alm & T.C.E.Fr. [valid]
  • Blaeria viscosa Alm & T.C.E.Fr. [valid]
  • Blaeria viscosa elgonensis (Alm & T.C.E.Fr.) Alm & T.C.E.Fr. [valid]

Description

Erica filago (also called Common heath, among many other common names) is a low-growing evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped white flowers. It is native to South Africa and typically grows in rocky, sandy soils in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erica filago is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is known for its bright pink flowers and its long flowering period. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica filago has small, white to pinkish flowers that are borne in dense clusters. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with a white-hairy covering.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica filago is a species of flowering shrub native to South Africa. It is a small, evergreen shrub with white or pink flowers. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Erica filago

Erica filago can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, and Italy.

Erica filago FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica filago?

Erica filago

What is the natural habitat of Erica filago?

Erica filago is found in rocky outcrops in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.

What are the characteristics of Erica filago?

Erica filago is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall and has small, white flowers.

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

Henk Jaap Beentje (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beentje' in the authors string.
Thore Christian Elias Fries (1886-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.C.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
Carl Gustav Alm (1888-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alm' in the authors string.