Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salicina
ID:
673843

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 34: 38 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673175

Common Names

  • Erica salicina
  • Willow Heath
  • Willow Erica

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Synonyms

  • Erica viminalis Salisb. [valid]

Description

Erica salicina (also called Irish heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and small bell-shaped flowers. It is native to Ireland, Scotland, and other parts of Europe, and it grows in acidic soils in heathlands, bogs, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica salicina 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 salicina flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica salicina 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 salicina

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

Erica salicina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica salicina?

Erica salicina

What is the common name of Erica salicina?

Willow Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica salicina?

Open heaths, moorlands, and woodlands

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