Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
668945

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 166 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668277

Common Names

  • Alpine Epacris
  • Mountain Bells
  • Mountain Heath

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Synonyms

  • Epacris affinis Colenso [valid]

Description

Epacris alpina (also called Alpine Epacris, 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 alpine and subalpine regions.

Uses & Benefits

Epacris alpina 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 alpina 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 alpina 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 alpina

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

Epacris alpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epacris alpina?

Epacris alpina

What is the common name of Epacris alpina?

Alpine heath

What type of plant is Epacris alpina?

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