Erica ciliaris
Ciliate Heath, Dorset Heath
Also known as: Erica ciliaris var. maweana (Backh.) Bean +4 more
- Erica ciliaris var. maweana (Backh.) Bean
- Erica ciliata Bubani
- Erica maweana Backh.
- Ericodes ciliare (L.) Kuntze, 1891
- Ericoides ciliare (L.) Kuntze
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Ericaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub or shrub.
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Indigenous to Africa and Europe, Erica ciliaris (commonly known as Ciliate Heath or Dorset Heath) is a shrub belonging to the Ericaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA, EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northern Africa, Northern Europe, Southwestern Europe
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
France, Great Britain, Morocco, Portugal, Spain
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Ireland