Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilulifera
ID:
673590

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 355 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000672922

Common Names

  • Erica pilulifera
  • Pilulifera Erica
  • Pilulifera Heater

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Synonyms

  • Erica nudicaulis P.J.Bergius [valid]
  • Ericoides piluliferum (L.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica pilulifera (also called Heath, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is a small shrub with small, pink flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica pilulifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in landscaping, as it is a low-maintenance shrub. The flowers of Erica pilulifera are also used to make honey.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica pilulifera flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica pilulifera is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) in height. It has small, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Erica pilulifera

Erica pilulifera can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Erica pilulifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica pilulifera?

Erica pilulifera

What is the common name of Erica pilulifera?

Dwarf heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica pilulifera?

Dry, sandy or rocky soils in open woodlands and heaths

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