Epacris decumbens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(I.Telford) E.A.Br.
Source:
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 28(1): 72 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000044637
Common Names
- Epacris decumbens
- Prostrate Epacris
- Decumbens Epacris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Epacris decumbens (also called Mountain Heath, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, white, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to Australia and New Zealand and is found in heathland, woodlands, and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Epacris decumbens is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in bouquets and floral arrangements. The leaves and flowers are edible and can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epacris decumbens has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Epacris decumbens is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.
Where to Find Epacris decumbens
Epacris decumbens can be found in Australia.
Epacris decumbens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epacris decumbens?
Epacris decumbens
What is the common name of Epacris decumbens?
Prostrate epacris
What are the uses of Epacris decumbens?
The plant is used for ornamental purposes.
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,