Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ericoides
ID:
1296248

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
tro

Year:
1767

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. 1: 74 (1767)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295586



Common Names

  • Hudsonia ericoides
  • Ericoides Hudsonia
  • Ericoides


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Description

Hudsonia ericoides (also called Heath Golden Heather, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small yellow flowers and is native to North America. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Hudsonia ericoides is used as a ground cover and to help control erosion. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hudsonia ericoides has small yellow flowers with five petals and numerous yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hudsonia ericoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Hudsonia ericoides

Hudsonia ericoides can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Hudsonia ericoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hudsonia ericoides?

Hudsonia ericoides

What is the common name of Hudsonia ericoides?

Heath Golden Heather

What is the natural habitat of Hudsonia ericoides?

Dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes

Species in the Cistaceae family

Cistus akamantis, Cistus atlanticus, Cistus ingwersenii, Cistus osbeckiifolius, Cistus santae, Cistus banaresii, Cistus grancanariae, Cistus palmensis, Cistus aguilari, Cistus albereensis, Cistus albidus, Cistus asper, Cistus atriplicifolius, Cistus calycinus, Cistus canescens, Cistus cebennensis, Cistus cheiranthoides, Cistus chinamadensis, Cistus clausonii, Cistus clusii, Cistus conradiae, Cistus creticus, Cistus crispus, Cistus cyprius, Cistus dansereaui, Cistus escartianus, Cistus florentinus, Cistus formosus, Cistus halimifolius, Cistus heterophyllus, Cistus horrens, Cistus hybridus, Cistus incanus, Cistus inflatus, Cistus ladanifer, Cistus lasianthus, Cistus laurifolius, Cistus laxus, Cistus ledon, Cistus libanotis, Cistus matritensis, Cistus monspeliensis, Cistus munbyi, Cistus nigricans, Cistus novus, Cistus obtusifolius, Cistus ocreatus, Cistus ocymoides, Cistus palhinhae, Cistus parviflorus,

References