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Cross-leaved Heath (Erica tetralix) — wildflower of Ireland

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Cross-leaved Heath

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Erica tetralix

Pretty pink bell-flowers in tight nodding clusters, growing on Ireland's wet bogs. The leaves stick out in fours, making a tiny cross around the stem.

Height
50 cm
Blooms
Jun–Sep
Family
Heath (Ericaceae)
Latin name
Erica tetralix
Where to find
  • Wet bogs
  • Connemara (Galway)
  • Wicklow blanket bog