Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanuginosa
ID:
669066

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Nov. Holl. Pl. 1: 42 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668398

Common Names

  • Woolly Heath
  • Common Heath
  • Pink Heath

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Description

Epacris lanuginosa (also called Downy 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 lanuginosa 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 flower of Epacris lanuginosa is a white bell-shaped flower with a long tube and five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epacris lanuginosa is a evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Epacris lanuginosa

Epacris lanuginosa is native to the east coast of Australia, from Victoria to Queensland.

Epacris lanuginosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epacris lanuginosa?

Epacris lanuginosa

What type of soil does Epacris lanuginosa prefer?

Epacris lanuginosa prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Epacris lanuginosa?

Epacris lanuginosa prefers temperatures between 55-75°F (13-24°C).

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