Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flanaganii
ID:
672720

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 32: 238 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672052

Common Names

  • Heath
  • Furze
  • Broom

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Description

Erica flanaganii (also called Flanagan's Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub, usually growing to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny habitats such as rocky hillsides, garrigue and maquis.

Uses & Benefits

Erica flanaganii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for erosion control on slopes and in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica flanaganii is a small, white to pinkish-white bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedling is a small, green, spindly plant with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica flanaganii is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, white, bell-shaped flowers. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Erica flanaganii

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

Erica flanaganii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica flanaganii?

Erica flanaganii

What type of soil does Erica flanaganii prefer?

Erica flanaganii prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the hardiness zone of Erica flanaganii?

Erica flanaganii is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.

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