Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lithophila
ID:
669073

Status:
valid

Authors:
Crowden & Menadue

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (U.K.) 77: 338 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668405

Common Names

  • Lithophila Epacris
  • Mountain Bells
  • Mountain Heath

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Description

Epacris lithophila (also called Rock Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It typically grows in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Epacris lithophila 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 lithophila is a white or pink tubular flower, usually with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule containing several small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epacris lithophila 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 lithophila

Epacris lithophila is found in wet forests and heathlands in Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania.

Epacris lithophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epacris lithophila?

Epacris lithophila

What type of soil does Epacris lithophila prefer?

Epacris lithophila prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Epacris lithophila?

Epacris lithophila 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

References

Yvonne Menadue: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Menadue' in the authors string.
R.K. Crowden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crowden' in the authors string.