Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magnificans
ID:
669082

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Otto

Source:
cmp

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Neue Allg. Deutsche Garten- Blumenzeitung 6: 105 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668414

Common Names

  • Magnificans Epacris
  • Mountain Bells
  • Mountain Heath

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Description

Epacris magnificans (also called Magnificent 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 heathland and dry sclerophyll forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Epacris magnificans 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 magnificans 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 magnificans can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a stem cutting of about 10 cm in length and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and place it in a potting mix. Keep the potting mix moist and in a warm, bright location. The cutting should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Epacris magnificans

Epacris magnificans can be found in wet forests and heathlands in Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania.

Epacris magnificans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epacris magnificans?

Epacris magnificans

What type of soil does Epacris magnificans prefer?

Epacris magnificans prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Epacris magnificans?

Epacris magnificans 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