Calluna vulgaris
Family Ericaceae
Species Profile
Species classification | Naturalised [National Environmental Alert List] |
Common names | Biercol, Heather, Ling, Red-heath, Scotch Heather, Scots Heather |
Synonyms | Erica vulgaris L. |
Longevity | Perennial |
Growth form | Shrub |
Seed dispersal morphology | Wing/Achene/Pappus |
Maximum height (m) | 1.25 |
Capable of vegetative reproduction | Yes |
Native range | Africa, Asia, Europe, Atlantic Ocean Islands |
Exotic range (Australia) | TAS |
Exotic range (other) | Europe, North America, Oceania |
Habitat types (exotic) | Grasslands, Pastures, Roadsides |
Soil type (exotic) | Acidic, Infertile - low fertility, Sandy |
Decade of introduction | 1860 |
Rating [?]
Climate scenario | Australia | ACT | NSW | NT | QLD | SA | TAS | VIC | WA |
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Current climate | 20 | 14 | 20 | 16 | 18 | 12 | 23 | 13 | 12 |
RCP 8.5 2035 | 20 | 14 | 20 | 16 | 18 | 12 | 23 | 13 | 12 |
RCP 8.5 2065 | 20 | 14 | 20 | 16 | 18 | 12 | 23 | 13 | 12 |
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