Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nivalis
ID:
673380

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Col. Engr. Heaths 4: 250 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672712

Common Names

  • Erica nivalis
  • Nivalis Heath
  • Heath Heath

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides nivale (Andrews) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica nivalis (also called Snow Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has small, glossy green leaves and white or pink flowers. It prefers cold, alpine habitats and is often found in mountainous areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erica nivalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica nivalis flower is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica nivalis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny position.

Where to Find Erica nivalis

Erica nivalis can be found in South Africa.

Erica nivalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica nivalis?

Erica nivalis

What is the common name of Erica nivalis?

Snow heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica nivalis?

It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky areas, scrub and open grassland

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