Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuta
ID:
671968

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Col. Engr. Heaths , ed. 2, 1: t. 1 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671300



Common Names

  • Erica Acuta
  • Acuta Daisy
  • Acuta Sunray


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Synonyms

  • Ericoides acutum (Andrews) Kuntze [valid]
  • Eurylepis crossata (Spreng.) G.Don [valid]

Description

Erica angusticollis (also called narrow-necked heath, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in open, dry areas, such as heaths, woodlands, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Erica acuta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make honey, tea, and other products.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica acuta var. acuta
Erica acuta var. breviflora Dulfer

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erica acuta has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round, with a hard seed coat. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica acuta is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained, acid soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Erica acuta

Erica acuta can be found in the western United States, from California to Texas.

Erica acuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica acuta?

Erica acuta

What type of plant is Erica acuta?

Erica acuta is a species of flowering plant in the heath family.

Where is Erica acuta found?

Erica acuta is found in the western United States, primarily in California and Nevada.

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