Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandis
ID:
669000

Status:
valid

Authors:
Crowden

Source:
cmp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Pap. & Proc. Roy. Soc. Tasmania 120: 19 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668332

Common Names

  • Large Heath
  • Common Heath
  • Pink Heath

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Description

Epacris grandis (also called Large Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, narrow leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in heathlands, woodlands, and dry sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Epacris grandis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The leaves can be used to make tea which is said to have a calming effect.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epacris grandis has white flowers with a pinkish tinge, and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epacris grandis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates, and is easy to propagate from cuttings. To cultivate, plant in an area with well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the first year to establish a deep root system. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Epacris grandis

Epacris grandis is found in the south-eastern parts of Australia, particularly in Victoria and New South Wales.

Epacris grandis FAQ

What is the common name of Epacris grandis?

Large heath

What is the natural habitat of Epacris grandis?

It is found in heathland, dry sclerophyll forest and coastal scrub in New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania.

What is the flower color of Epacris grandis?

The flowers are white or pinkish.

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