Status:
valid
Authors:
Andrews
Source:
cmp
Year:
1802
Citation Micro:
Col. Engr. Heaths 1: 40 (1802)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672675
Common Names
- Erica muscari
- Muscari Heath
- Heath Heath
Description
Erica muscari (also called Musk-scented Heath, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is native to Europe, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grassland, heathland, and scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Erica muscari is an evergreen shrub that is often used in landscaping and garden design. It is drought-tolerant and can be used as a low-maintenance groundcover. It produces small white or pink flowers in the spring and summer months.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erica muscari is a bell-shaped, pinkish-purple flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erica muscari is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It has small, dark green leaves and small white flowers in spring and summer. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by cuttings or by layering.
Where to Find Erica muscari
Erica muscari is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with well-drained soils and full sun.
Erica muscari FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erica muscari?
Erica muscari
What is the common name of Erica muscari?
Muscari heath
What type of plant is Erica muscari?
Erica muscari is a shrub
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