Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flocciflora
ID:
672735

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tausch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Flora 22(2): 629 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672067

Common Names

  • Heath
  • Furze
  • Broom

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Description

Erica flocciflora (also called Floccose-flowered 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 flocciflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica flocciflora 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 flocciflora is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and placed in a pot with a well-drained, acidic soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Erica flocciflora

Erica flocciflora is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Morocco.

Erica flocciflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica flocciflora?

Erica flocciflora

What is the common name of Erica flocciflora?

Cape Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica flocciflora?

It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, rocky areas

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