Erica lusitanica
Lusitanian Heath, Portuguese Heath
Other regional names: Spanish Heath +1 more
- Spanish Heath
- Spear Heath
Also known as: Erica codonoides Lindl.
- Erica codonoides Lindl.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Ericaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub.
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Erica lusitanica (commonly known as Lusitanian Heath or Portuguese Heath) is a shrub within the Ericaceae family. It naturally occurs in Europe. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southwestern Europe
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
France, 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)
California, Great Britain, Hawaii, Ireland, New Zealand North, New Zealand South, Oregon, Tasmania