Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
villosa
ID:
674243

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Wendl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Eric. Icon. Descr. 2(16): 55 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673575

Common Names

  • Dwarf Heather
  • Hairy Heather
  • Common Heather

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Description

Erica villosa (also called Hairy Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped flowers that range in color from white to pink. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in heathland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica villosa is an evergreen shrub that is often used in landscaping and garden design. It has a low-growing habit and produces small, bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink and purple.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Erica villosa are white or pink and have a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica villosa can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Once established, Erica villosa should be watered regularly and fertilized every two to three months.

Where to Find Erica villosa

Erica villosa is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be found in the wild in Spain, Italy, Greece, and other Mediterranean countries.

Erica villosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica villosa?

Erica villosa

What are the common names of Erica villosa?

Heath, heath heather

What is the natural habitat of Erica villosa?

Open woods, heaths, and rocky slopes

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