Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
steinbergiana
ID:
673981

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.L.Wendl. ex Klotzsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 12: 531 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673313

Common Names

  • Steinberg's Heath
  • Cross-leaved Heath
  • Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides steinbergianum (H.L.Wendl. ex Klotzsch) Kuntze [valid]
  • Erica steinbergiana steinbergiana [valid]

Description

Erica steinbergiana (also called Steinberg 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 steinbergiana 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica steinbergiana var. abbreviata Bolus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica steinbergiana 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 steinbergiana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Erica steinbergiana

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

Erica steinbergiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica steinbergiana?

Erica steinbergiana

What are the common names of Erica steinbergiana?

Steinberg's heath, Spreading heath

Where does Erica steinbergiana grow?

Erica steinbergiana is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East

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