Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perspicua
ID:
673548

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Wendl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beob. : 45 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672880

Common Names

  • Erica Perspicua
  • Perspicua Erica
  • Perspicua Bell Heather

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Description

Erica perspicua (also called Common Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has small, pinkish-white flowers. It is found in sandy soils and dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erica perspicua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used as a hedge or groundcover.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica perspicua sub. latifolia (Benth.) E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.
Erica perspicua sub. perspicua

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica perspicua is a white to pale pink, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and slender with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica perspicua is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a sheltered location until they are established. Once established, Erica perspicua can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Erica perspicua

Erica perspicua can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Erica perspicua FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Erica perspicua?

Erica perspicua prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the best way to propagate Erica perspicua?

Erica perspicua can be propagated from cuttings or by division.

What pests or diseases can affect Erica perspicua?

Erica perspicua is susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and root rot.

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