Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foliacea
ID:
672748

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
cmp

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Col. Engr. Heaths 4: 235 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672080

Common Names

  • Heath
  • Furze
  • Broom

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Description

Erica foliacea (also called Foliaceous 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 foliacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a hedge plant. It is attractive to bees and other pollinators, and its flowers are edible.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica foliacea sub. foliacea
Erica foliacea sub. fulgens (Klotzsch) E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica foliacea is a small, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica foliacea 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 foliacea

Erica foliacea can be found in the Mediterranean region, especially in the Iberian Peninsula and the Balearic Islands.

Erica foliacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica foliacea?

Erica foliacea

What is the common name of Erica foliacea?

Cape Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica foliacea?

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