Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
668941

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 4: 240 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668273

Common Names

  • Acuminata Epacris
  • Sharp-Leaved Epacris
  • Sharp-Leaved Heath

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Description

Epacris acuminata (also called Prickly Heath, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has an upright habit and can reach up to 2 meters in height. Its leaves are lance-shaped and have a dark green hue. Its flowers are small and white in color. It is typically found in heathlands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Epacris acuminata is an ornamental shrub that is used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in bonsai and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Epacris acuminata flower is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epacris acuminata can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. To propagate from division, carefully dig up the plant in the spring and divide the root clump into smaller sections. Replant the divisions in a sunny location in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Epacris acuminata

Epacris acuminata can be found in Australia, particularly in New South Wales and Victoria.

Epacris acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epacris acuminata?

Epacris acuminata

What is the common name of Epacris acuminata?

Mountain heath

What type of plant is Epacris acuminata?

Herbaceous plant

Species in the Epacris genus

Epacris acuminata, Epacris alba-compacta, Epacris alba-odorata, Epacris alpina, Epacris apiculata, Epacris apsleyensis, Epacris attleana, Epacris autumnalis, Epacris barbata, Epacris bicolor, Epacris breviflora, Epacris calvertiana, Epacris celata, Epacris cerasicollona, Epacris coccinea, Epacris comberi, Epacris conspicua, Epacris coriacea, Epacris corymbiflora, Epacris crassifolia, Epacris cregii, Epacris cunninghami, Epacris curtisiae, Epacris delicata, Epacris delicatissima, Epacris densiflora, Epacris densiflora, Epacris diosmifolia, Epacris exserta, Epacris franklinii, Epacris glabella, Epacris glacialis, Epacris grandiflora, Epacris grandis, Epacris graniticola, Epacris gunnii, Epacris hamiltonii, Epacris heteronema, Epacris hookeri, Epacris hyacinthiflora, Epacris hyacinthiflora-candidissima, Epacris impressa, Epacris incarnata, Epacris kinghornii, Epacris laevigata, Epacris lanuginosa, Epacris limata, Epacris limbata, Epacris lithophila, Epacris longiflora,

Species in the Ericaceae family