Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
669133

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 4: 237 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668465

Common Names

  • Robust Heath
  • Pink Heath
  • Mountain Heath

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Description

Epacris robusta (also called Robust Epacris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is a small shrub with white or pink flowers and is native to Australia. It typically grows in forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Epacris robusta is an attractive ornamental shrub that is often used in landscaping. It has small, bell-shaped flowers that are usually white or pink in color. The foliage is a deep green color, and it is very attractive when planted in groups. It is also used in bonsai and as a container plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epacris robusta has white or pink flowers, with a bell-shaped calyx and a five-lobed corolla. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epacris robusta is a hardy shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay, and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Epacris robusta

Epacris robusta is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales and Victoria.

Epacris robusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epacris robusta?

Epacris robusta

What type of plant is Epacris robusta?

Evergreen shrub

What is the natural habitat of Epacris robusta?

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