Erica globiceps - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 143 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672150
Common Names
- Globe-Headed Heath
- Globe-Headed Bell Heather
- Globe-Headed Cross-Leaved Heath
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- Syndesmanthus globiceps N.E.Br. [valid]
- Syndesmanthus sympiezoides N.E.Br. [valid]
- Syndesmanthus zeyheri Bolus ex N.E.Br. [valid]
Description
Erica globiceps (also called Globe-headed Heath, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky and sandy soils in sunny, dry areas. It has small, white, bell-shaped flowers and small, dark green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Erica globiceps 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 globiceps sub. consors (N.E.Br.) E.G.H.Oliv.Erica globiceps sub. gracilis (Benth.) E.G.H.Oliv.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erica globiceps is white to pinkish-white in colour, with a tubular shape and five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule containing numerous tiny seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erica globiceps is an evergreen shrub with white flowers. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Erica globiceps
Erica globiceps can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Erica globiceps FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica globiceps?
Erica globiceps
What is the common name of Erica globiceps?
Globe-headed heath
What is the natural habitat of Erica globiceps?
Mountainous regions of the Mediterranean
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
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.