Heath - Ericaceae (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Heath

Also known as: Ericads

Heath is a diverse family of flowering plants, typically found in acidic soils of forests and heathlands. Its members often display evergreen leaves and bear ornate, bell-shaped flowers. These plants are adapted to nutrient-poor conditions, often forming symbiotic relationships with fungi to enhance mineral absorption, a testament to their evolutionary ingenuity in challenging environments.

Scientific classification

Family

Heath (Ericaceae)

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