Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
umbratica
ID:
674166

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 32: 176 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673498

Common Names

  • Erica umbratica
  • Umbrella Heath
  • Umbrella Bell Heather

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Description

Erica umbratica (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 umbratica 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

Erica umbratica 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 umbratica is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10 and 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 umbratica

Erica umbratica can be found in the Mediterranean region, especially in Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Erica umbratica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica umbratica?

Erica umbratica

What is the common name of Erica umbratica?

Umbrella heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica umbratica?

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

References

Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.
Inge Magdalene Oliver (1947-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Oliv.' in the authors string.