Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
silvatica
ID:
673924

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Welw. ex Engl.) Beentje

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Ericac.: 19 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673256

Common Names

  • Silvatica Erica
  • Erica Silvatica
  • Silvatica Heather

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Description

Erica silvatica (also called Wood heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Europe. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, acidic soils and is found in woodlands and open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erica silvatica 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 silvatica flower is white or pink and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica silvatica is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a rooting medium such as sand or perlite. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Erica silvatica

Erica silvatica can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Erica silvatica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica silvatica?

Erica silvatica

What is the common name of Erica silvatica?

Wood Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica silvatica?

Heathlands, moorlands, and open 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

References

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Henk Jaap Beentje (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beentje' in the authors string.