Berry heath

Family: Ericaceae
Scientific name: Erica baccans
Description: Plant Form: Erect woody shrub. Size: Up to 3 m tall. Stem: Smooth, woody with age. Leaves: Typical heath, small, elongated, in whorls of 4 on stems, densely overlapping. Flowers: Small, urn-shaped, bright pink, in groups of 4 at the end of branches. Forming large masses at peak flowering. Fruit and Seeds: Small round capsules releasing many seeds. Habitat: Grassland, heathland, disturbed areas. Distinguishing Features: Combination of listed features distinguish from other Erica species. Weed Status: Priority Weed Weed Type: Environmental, Invasive Garden Escapee Lifeform: Shrubby

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