Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schlechteri
ID:
673872

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 32: 235 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673204

Common Names

  • Erica schlechteri
  • Schlechter's Heath
  • Schlechter's Erica

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Description

Erica schlechteri (also called Schlechter's 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 schlechteri is an evergreen shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive white flowers and is often used in floral arrangements. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica schlechteri 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 schlechteri 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 schlechteri

Erica schlechteri can be found in the Canary Islands.

Erica schlechteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica schlechteri?

Erica schlechteri

What are the common names of Erica schlechteri?

Common names of Erica schlechteri include Schlechter's heath, Schlechter's heather, and Schlechter's bell heather.

Where can Erica schlechteri be found?

Erica schlechteri 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