Erica vagans Cornish heath (Ericaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Erica vagans
Cornish heath
Evergreen shrub
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The Erica vagans plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Ericaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Cornish heath.

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Latin Name:  Erica vagans
Common Name:  Cornish heath
Family:  Ericaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.75   Mature Width:  0.75

Habitat:  Heaths in S. Cornwall, rare in Britain but locally common and abundant in Cornwall[17].

Cultivation Notes: A calcifuge plant, it requires a light lime-free loam[11]. Grows well on sunny slopes, thriving in any soil that is not heavy or alkaline[11]. Plants can succeed in a slightly alkaline soil if it is rich in humus according to some reports[182, 188]. Grows best in a poor soil[11]. Resents dry soils. Prefers an open situation. A very ornamental plant[1], there are many named varieties[182]. A food plant for the caterpillars of many species of butterflies and moths as well as providing a food source for the moths and butterflies[30]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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