Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenantha
ID:
673988

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sweet

Source:
cmp

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. , ed. 2: 340 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673320

Common Names

  • Slender Heath
  • Cross-leaved Heath
  • Bell Heather

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Description

Erica stenantha (also called Narrow-leaved 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 stenantha 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

Erica stenantha has white or pink flowers that are bell-shaped and have a sweet scent. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica stenantha is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1m 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 stenantha

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

Erica stenantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica stenantha?

Erica stenantha

What are the common names of Erica stenantha?

Narrow-flowered heath, Spreading heath

Where does Erica stenantha grow?

Erica stenantha 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