Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
672902

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guthrie & Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 4(1): 142 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672234

Common Names

  • Heterophylla Heath
  • Heterophylla Erica
  • Heterophylla Bell Heather

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Description

Erica heterophylla (also called Pink Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, pink flowers and grows in rocky, sandy soils in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erica heterophylla is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer and is a great choice for hedges and borders. It is also used as a ground cover and can help to reduce soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica heterophylla flower is a light pink color and has five petals. The seed is small and black with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have thin, wiry stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica heterophylla can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Both methods require a period of cold stratification to ensure successful germination.

Where to Find Erica heterophylla

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

Erica heterophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica heterophylla?

Erica heterophylla

What is the common name of Erica heterophylla?

Variable-leaved Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica heterophylla?

Dry, sandy or rocky soils in open heaths and grasslands

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

Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.
Francis Guthrie (1831-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guthrie' in the authors string.