Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
673101

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Col. Engr. Heaths , ed. 2, 2: t. 72 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672433

Common Names

  • Erica latifolia
  • Broad-leaved heath
  • Broad-leaved heather

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Synonyms

  • Ceramia latifolia (Andrews) G.Don [valid]
  • Ericoides latifolium (Andrews) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica latifolia (also called Latifolia 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 latifolia 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 latifolia flower is a pinkish-purple 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 latifolia 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 latifolia

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

Erica latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica latifolia?

Erica latifolia

What is the common name of Erica latifolia?

Broad-leaved Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica latifolia?

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