Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tumida
ID:
674143

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ker Gawl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1815

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 1: t. 65 (1815)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673475

Common Names

  • Erica tumida
  • Swollen Heath
  • Swollen Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Ericoides splendens Kuntze [valid]
  • Erica tumida tumida [valid]

Description

Erica tumida (also called Heath, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that typically grows to 0.3–0.6 m (1–2 ft) tall. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, and is typically found in dry, acidic soils in heathland, woodland, and scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica tumida is used as a garden ornamental. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica tumida var. minor Bolus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica tumida is a small, bell-shaped, pink or white flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of fine hairs at the tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica tumida is a hardy, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. The plant can also be propagated from cuttings, which should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Erica tumida

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

Erica tumida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica tumida?

Erica tumida

What type of plant is Erica tumida?

Erica tumida is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Erica tumida?

Erica tumida 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