Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
navicularis
ID:
669100

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jarman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Pap. & Proc. Roy. Soc. Tasmania 112: 35 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668432

Common Names

  • Navicularis Epacris
  • Boat-Shaped Epacris
  • Boat-Shaped Heath

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Description

Epacris navicularis (also called Narrow-leaved 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 navicularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a ground cover or as a low hedge. It is also used in the production of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Epacris navicularis 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 navicularis 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 navicularis

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

Epacris navicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epacris navicularis?

Epacris navicularis

What type of plant is Epacris navicularis?

Evergreen shrub

What is the natural habitat of Epacris navicularis?

Heathland and dry sclerophyll forest

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