Key Identification Features
- The leaf tips are thickened and end in a distinct sharp point.
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🌿 Identification Guide
How to Identify Ericaceae — Heath Family
Ericaceae (Heath Family) is a plant family in the Plantae kingdom, order Ericales, class Magnoliopsida. The family contains 630 accepted species worldwide. Some species in this family are toxic — exercise caution when handling unknown specimens.
Representative Ericaceae Species
Rhododendron micranthum Turcz.
Rhododendron micranthum Turcz.
Rhododendron micranthum Turcz. is an evergreen white-flowered rhododendron shrub…
Dracophyllum menziesii Hook.fil.
Dracophyllum menziesii Hook.fil.
Dracophyllum menziesii Hook.fil. is a 0.5 to 1 m tall shrub with characteristic …
Erica peltata Andrews
Erica peltata Andrews
Erica peltata Andrews is an erect, small reddish-pink flowered shrub found in so…
Eubotrys racemosa (L.) Nutt.
Eubotrys racemosa (L.) Nutt.
Eubotrys racemosa is a deciduous shrub with serrated leaves, white bell flowers,…
Erica viscaria L.
Erica viscaria L.
Erica viscaria L. is a genus Erica plant species endemic to South Africa's Weste…
Epacris pulchella Cav.
Epacris pulchella Cav.
Epacris pulchella Cav. is a small Australian flowering shrub found in coastal ea…
Arctostaphylos pacifica Roof
Arctostaphylos pacifica Roof
Arctostaphylos pacifica is a short burl-forming manzanita species growing only o…
Styphelia viridis Andrews
Styphelia viridis Andrews
Styphelia viridis is a small green-flowered shrub found in eastern Australian he…
Rhododendron atlanticum (Ashe) Rehder
Rhododendron atlanticum (Ashe) Rehder
Rhododendron atlanticum is a deciduous fragrant azalea native to the southeaster…
Pyrola elliptica Nutt.
Pyrola elliptica Nutt.
Pyrola elliptica Nutt. is a small white-flowered plant growing across parts of C…
Erica fascicularis L.fil.
Erica fascicularis L.fil.
Erica fascicularis, an Erica fynbos plant with multiple common names, is a speci…
Erica alopecurus Harv.
Erica alopecurus Harv.
Foxtail heath (Erica alopecurus Harv.) is a fynbos Erica species native to South…
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Ericaceae?
Ericaceae plants belong to the Ericales order in the Plantae kingdom. The leaf tips are thickened and end in a distinct sharp point. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Ericaceae?
Ericaceae is classified in the order Ericales, class Magnoliopsida, phylum Tracheophyta. The family contains 630 accepted species worldwide.
⚠️ Are any Ericaceae species poisonous?
Yes, some Ericaceae species are toxic or poisonous. Always exercise caution with unknown specimens. View poisonous Ericaceae species or browse the full poisonous species guide.
Sources: GBIF, iNaturalist, Wikipedia · Disclaimer
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