description Erica umbellata Overview
Erica umbellata is a dwarf evergreen shrub in the heath family Ericaceae, native to the Iberian Peninsula and Morocco. Its pink, bell-shaped flowers are borne in dense umbels, a clustered arrangement reflected in the species name. The combination of a compact habit and grouped flowers makes it a recognizable member of the Erica flora of southwestern Europe and North Africa. It is of interest to botanists and gardeners who study low-growing heaths.
help Erica umbellata FAQ
Where does Erica umbellata grow naturally?
Erica umbellata is native to the Iberian Peninsula and Morocco. It grows as a dwarf evergreen shrub in heathland and other suitable habitats.
What do the flowers of Erica umbellata look like?
Its flowers are pink and bell-shaped. They are arranged in dense umbels, which is reflected in the species name umbellata.
Is Erica umbellata an evergreen plant?
Yes. It is a dwarf evergreen shrub in the heath family, Ericaceae, so it retains foliage rather than dying back completely each winter.
What family does Erica umbellata belong to?
It belongs to Ericaceae, the heath family. The same family includes familiar plants such as heathers and certain rhododendrons, although Erica umbellata is a compact shrub native to southwestern Europe and Morocco.
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