Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ostiaria
ID:
673451

Status:
valid

Authors:
Compton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 9: 154 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672783

Common Names

  • Erica ostiaria
  • Host-loving Heath
  • Host-loving Erica

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Description

Erica ostiaria (also called Rock Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica ostiaria has been used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica ostiaria 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 ostiaria is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, white flowers that appear in late winter and early spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Erica ostiaria

Erica ostiaria is native to the Mediterranean region.

Erica ostiaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica ostiaria?

Erica ostiaria

What is the natural habitat of Erica ostiaria?

Erica ostiaria is native to South Africa.

What are the common uses of Erica ostiaria?

Erica ostiaria is commonly used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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