Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rufescens
ID:
673824

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 10: 332 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673156

Common Names

  • Erica rufescens
  • Rufescent Heath
  • Rusty Heath

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides rufescens (Klotzsch) Kuntze [valid]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Erica rufescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in erosion control and as a groundcover. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica rufescens flower is a small, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica rufescens is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Erica rufescens

Erica rufescens can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.

Erica rufescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica rufescens?

Erica rufescens

What is the common name of Erica rufescens?

Rufescent heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica rufescens?

Erica rufescens is native to parts of South Africa, including the Cape Province and the Eastern Cape.

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