Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turgida
ID:
674147

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 6: 345 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673479

Common Names

  • Erica turgida
  • Turgid Heath
  • Turgid Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Ectasis turgida (Salisb.) G.Don [valid]
  • Ericoides turgidum (Salisb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Gypsocallis bedfordiana G.Don [valid]

Description

Erica turgida (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 turgida is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a border plant. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erica turgida 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 turgida is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Erica turgida

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

Erica turgida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica turgida?

Erica turgida

What type of plant is Erica turgida?

Erica turgida is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Erica turgida?

Erica turgida 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