Classification
Class
Magnoliopsida Brongn.
Order
Ericales Bercht. & J.Presl
Family
Ericaceae
Genus
Erica L.
 Nomenclature
Scientific Name:
Erica carnea L., Sp. Pl. 352 (1753)
Vernacular Name(s):
Snow heather; Spring heather; Winter heath
 Biostatus
Exotic
 Bibliography
Heenan, P.B.; de Lange, P.J.; Cameron, E.K.; Ogle, C.C.; Champion, P.D. 2004: Checklist of dicotyledons, gymnosperms, and pteridophytes naturalised or casual in New Zealand: additional records 2001–2003. New Zealand Journal of Botany 42: 797–814.
Linnaeus, C. 1753: Species Plantarum. Impensis Laurentii Salvii, Stockholm.
Weeds Key – interactive key to the weed species of New Zealand