Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lateralis
ID:
673098

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1799

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4. 2: 380 (1799)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672430

Common Names

  • Erica lateralis
  • Lateral heath
  • Lateral heather

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Synonyms

  • Erica arbuscula G.Lodd. ex J.Forbes [valid]

Description

Erica lateralis (also called Lateral Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 meters and has small, narrow leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica lateralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica lateralis flower is a small, bell-shaped flower that is usually pink or white in color. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a reddish-purple hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica lateralis is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1m in height. It has small, needle-like leaves and produces small, bell-shaped, pink flowers in the spring and summer. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Erica lateralis

Erica lateralis can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Erica lateralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica lateralis?

Erica lateralis

What is the common name of Erica lateralis?

Lateral Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica lateralis?

Heathlands and open woodlands

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