Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scabriuscula
ID:
673862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Link

Source:
cmp

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Enum. Hort. Berol. Alt. 1: 372 (1821)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673194

Common Names

  • Erica scabriuscula
  • Scabrous Heath
  • Scabrous Erica

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Synonyms

  • Erica gibbosa Klotzsch ex Benth. [valid]
  • Ericoides gibbosum (Klotzsch ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica scabriuscula (also called Rough-leaved heather, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with small, needle-like leaves and bell-shaped, pink flowers. It is native to the UK and Ireland, and is found in heathland, moorland, and coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica scabriuscula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in potpourri. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating coughs, colds, and other respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica scabriuscula flower is a small, bell-shaped flower with five petals that are pinkish-purple in color. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica scabriuscula can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and can be rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Erica scabriuscula

Erica scabriuscula is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in the wild in Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece.

Erica scabriuscula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica scabriuscula?

Erica scabriuscula

What are the common names of Erica scabriuscula?

Common names of Erica scabriuscula include Scabriuscula heath and Scabriuscula bell heather.

Where can Erica scabriuscula be found?

Erica scabriuscula is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

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