Status:
valid
Authors:
Crowden
Source:
cmp
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 8: 319 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668297
Common Names
- Celata Epacris
- Hidden Epacris
- Hidden Heath
Description
Epacris celata (also called Hidden Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub, usually 0.3-1.2 m high, with small, narrow leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to New South Wales, Australia and grows in heathlands, woodlands and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Epacris celata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in floral arrangements. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with poor soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Epacris celata are white and yellow in color, and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epacris celata 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 celata
Epacris celata can be found in Australia, particularly in New South Wales and Victoria.
Epacris celata FAQ
What is the common name of Epacris celata?
Hidden heath
What is the growth rate of Epacris celata?
Slow
What are the characteristics of Epacris celata?
It has a low-growing shrub with small, white flowers
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
References
R.K. Crowden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crowden' in the authors string.