Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spumosa
ID:
673971

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1760

Citation Micro:
Pl. Rar. Afr. : 11 (1760)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673303

Common Names

  • Spumosa Erica
  • Erica Spumosa
  • Spumosa Heather

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Synonyms

  • Lamprotis spumosa (L.) G.Don [valid]
  • Lamprotis loddigesii G.Don [valid]
  • Erica scariosa P.J.Bergius [valid]
  • Ericoides spumosum (L.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica spumosa (also called Foam Heath, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with small, bell-shaped, white flowers. It is native to Europe, and is found in dry, open, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica spumosa is an attractive ornamental plant, used in landscaping and as a cut flower. It is known for its attractive pink flowers and its ability to thrive in dry, sandy soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica spumosa flower is a small, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The petals are white or pinkish-white in color. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a tuft of fine, white hairs at the tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica spumosa is a hardy evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is done from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 4-6 inches long. They should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until they have rooted. Once established, Erica spumosa can be propagated by division.

Where to Find Erica spumosa

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

Erica spumosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica spumosa?

Erica spumosa

What is the common name of Erica spumosa?

Foam heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica spumosa?

Erica spumosa is native to South Africa

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