Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cubica
ID:
672462

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1771

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. 2: 233 (1771)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671794



Common Names

  • Erica cubica
  • Cubica Heath
  • Cubica Bell Heather


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Synonyms

  • Erica octogona G.Lodd ex G.Don [valid]
  • Ericoides cubicum (L.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Erica cubica (also called heather, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to a height of 0.3–1 m (1 ft 0 in–3 ft 3 in). It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky places, garrigue, and dry woods.

Uses & Benefits

Erica cubica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and it is also used as a hedge plant. It is also used as a source of honey and nectar for bees.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erica cubica var. coronifera (Benth.) Bolus
Erica cubica var. natalensis Bolus
Erica cubica var. cubica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erica cubica flower is a small, bell-shaped bloom that is usually white or pink in color. The seed is a small, round capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erica cubica is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. It prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Erica cubica

Erica cubica is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Erica cubica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erica cubica?

Erica cubica

What is the common name of Erica cubica?

Cubic Heath

What is the natural habitat of Erica cubica?

Heaths, scrub and rocky places

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