Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
truncata
ID:
674135

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
cmp

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bolus Herb. 4: 20 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673467

Common Names

  • Erica truncata
  • Truncate Heath
  • Truncate Bell Heather

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Description

Erica truncata (also called Common Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, needle-like leaves and pink or white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, open areas such as heaths, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Erica truncata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used in the production of honey.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica truncata has small, white to pink flowers, with four petals, and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica truncata is a species of heather native to Europe. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It has small, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Erica truncata

Erica truncata can be found in the Mediterranean region, in the Canary Islands, and in the Azores.

Erica truncata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica truncata?

Erica truncata

What type of plant is Erica truncata?

Erica truncata is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Erica truncata?

Erica truncata 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