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Mackay's heath

Erica mackayana

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Similar Species in Erica

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Bell Heather
Erica cinerea
Vulnerable
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Cornish heath
Erica vagans
Least Concern
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Corsican Heath
Erica terminalis
Not Evaluated
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cross-leaved heath
Erica tetralix
Near Threatened
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Darley Dale heath
Erica darleyensis
Not Evaluated
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Dorset heath
Erica ciliaris
Not Evaluated
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green heather
Erica scoparia
Not Evaluated
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Spanish heath
Erica lusitanica
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mackay's heath?
The scientific name of Mackay's heath is Erica mackayana. It belongs to the genus Erica.
What is the conservation status of Mackay's heath?
Mackay's heath (Erica mackayana) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Mackay's heath belong to?
Mackay's heath (Erica mackayana) belongs to the genus Erica, which is part of the taxonomic family Ericaceae.
Is Mackay's heath endangered?
No, Mackay's heath (Erica mackayana) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Mackay's heath belong to?
Mackay's heath (Erica mackayana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Mackay's heath?
The closest relatives of Mackay's heath in the genus Erica include Bell Heather, Cornish heath, Corsican Heath, cross-leaved heath, Darley Dale heath.

Genus Erica — 11 Species

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Bell Heather
Erica cinerea
VU 🐾
Cornish heath
Erica vagans
LC 🐾
Corsican Heath
Erica terminalis
NE 🐾
cross-leaved heath
Erica tetralix
NT 🐾
Darley Dale heath
Erica darleyensis
NE 🐾
Dorset heath
Erica ciliaris
NE 🐾
green heather
Erica scoparia
NE
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Mackay's heath
Erica mackayana
LC
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Spanish heath
Erica lusitanica
LC 🐾
Tree Heath
Erica arborea
LC 🐾
winter heath
Erica carnea
NE
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