Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canaliculata
ID:
672280

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
cmp

Year:
1809

Citation Micro:
Col. Engr. Heaths 3: t. 157 (1809)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671612



Common Names

  • Heath
  • Ling
  • Mountain Heath


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Synonyms

  • Ericoides canaliculatum (Andrews) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica canaliculata (also called Drooping heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Europe. It has small, needle-like leaves and small, bell-shaped pink flowers. It is typically found in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erica canaliculata is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and as a hedge plant. It can also be used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The flowers of this plant can be used to make tea and the leaves can be used to make a fragrant oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica canaliculata flower is a small, bell-shaped, pink-purple flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica canaliculata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Both should be kept in a sunny location.

Where to Find Erica canaliculata

Erica canaliculata can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Erica canaliculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica canaliculata?

Erica canaliculata

What is the common name of Erica canaliculata?

Channeled Heather

What is the natural habitat of Erica canaliculata?

It is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece

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