Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uberiflora
ID:
674154

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bolus Herb. 19: 171 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673486

Common Names

  • Erica uberiflora
  • Abundant-flowered Heath
  • Abundant-flowered Bell Heather

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Synonyms

  • Thoracosperma pubescens (Klotzsch) Kuntze [valid]
  • Thoracosperma multiflora (Klotzsch) Kuntze [valid]
  • Thoracosperma barbigera (Klotzsch) Kuntze [valid]
  • Thoracosperma carnea (Klotzsch) Kuntze [valid]
  • Blaeria aggregata J.C.Wendl. ex Steud. [valid]
  • Blaeria carnea Klotzsch [valid]
  • Blaeria multiflora Klotzsch [valid]
  • Blaeria sessiliflora J.C.Wendl. ex Steud. [valid]
  • Simocheilus barbiger Klotzsch [valid]
  • Simocheilus carneus (Klotzsch) Klotzsch [valid]
  • Simocheilus multiflorus (Klotzsch) Klotzsch [valid]
  • Simocheilus multiflorus atherstonei N.E.Br. [valid]
  • Simocheilus pubescens Klotzsch [valid]

Description

Erica uberiflora (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 uberiflora 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 uberiflora 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 uberiflora is a low-growing evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. 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 best done by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and should be about 4 inches long. Place the cuttings in a potting mix of equal parts sand and peat moss and keep them moist until they root, which usually takes about 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Erica uberiflora

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

Erica uberiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica uberiflora?

Erica uberiflora

What is the common name of Erica uberiflora?

Large-flowered heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica uberiflora?

It is found in rocky areas, dry heaths, and grasslands in the Mediterranean region

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