Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
673492

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1762

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 2. : 506 (1762)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672824

Common Names

  • Erica parviflora
  • Small-flowered Heath
  • Small-flowered Heather

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides parviflorum (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Erica parviflora parviflora [valid]

Description

Erica parviflora (also called Small-flowered Heath, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is native to Europe and western Asia, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, heaths, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica parviflora is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive, small, white flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica parviflora var. exigua (Salisb.) Bolus
Erica parviflora var. ternifolia Bolus
Erica parviflora var. puberula (Bartl.) Bolus
Erica parviflora var. inermis (Klotzsch) Bolus
Erica parviflora var. hispida Bolus
Erica parviflora var. glabra Compton

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica parviflora flower is small and white. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica parviflora is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 1 m (3 ft). It is hardy to USDA zone 6 and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is also tolerant of salt spray.

Where to Find Erica parviflora

Erica parviflora can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of North Africa.

Erica parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica parviflora?

Erica parviflora

What is the common name of Erica parviflora?

Small-flowered heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica parviflora?

Woodlands, heaths and rocky slopes

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