Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lateriflora
ID:
673099

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 303 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672431

Common Names

  • Erica lateriflora
  • Lateral-flowered heath
  • Lateral-flowered heather

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Synonyms

  • Grisebachia secundiflora E.G.H.Oliv. [valid]

Description

Erica lateriflora (also called Lateriflora 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 lateriflora 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 lateriflora 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 lateriflora 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 lateriflora

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

Erica lateriflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica lateriflora?

Erica lateriflora

What is the common name of Erica lateriflora?

Late-flowering Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica lateriflora?

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