Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
unicolor
ID:
674173

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Wendl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Eric. Icon. Descr. 3(25): 7 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673505

Common Names

  • Erica unicolor
  • Unicolor Heath
  • Unicolor Bell Heather

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Description

Erica unicolor (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 unicolor 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica unicolor sub. mutica (Andrews) E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.
Erica unicolor sub. unicolor
Erica unicolor sub. georgensis E.G.H.Oliv. & I.M.Oliv.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica unicolor 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 unicolor 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 unicolor

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

Erica unicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica unicolor?

Erica unicolor

What is the common name of Erica unicolor?

Unicolor heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica unicolor?

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