Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovina
ID:
673456

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch ex Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 674 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672788

Common Names

  • Erica ovina
  • Woolly-leaved Heath
  • Woolly-leaved Erica

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides ovinum (Klotzsch ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Erica ovina ovina [valid]

Description

Erica ovina (also called Woolly 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 ovina has been used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of nectar for bees.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica ovina var. purpurea Bolus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica ovina has white or pink flowers, small, egg-shaped seeds, and small, dark green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica ovina can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe stems and placed in a moist, sandy soil. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location until established.

Where to Find Erica ovina

Erica ovina is native to the Mediterranean region.

Erica ovina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica ovina?

Erica ovina

What is the natural habitat of Erica ovina?

Erica ovina is native to South Africa.

What are the common uses of Erica ovina?

Erica ovina 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

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.