Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serpyllifolia
ID:
669141

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 551 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668473

Common Names

  • Serpyllifolia Heath
  • Pink Heath
  • Mountain Heath

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Description

Epacris serpyllifolia (also called Thyme Heath, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white with yellow centers. It prefers damp, shady areas in its native region.

Uses & Benefits

Epacris serpyllifolia is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a cut flower. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, wounds, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epacris serpyllifolia has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epacris serpyllifolia 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 serpyllifolia

Epacris serpyllifolia is native to Australia and can be found in heathlands and dry sclerophyll forests.

Epacris serpyllifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epacris serpyllifolia?

Epacris serpyllifolia

What is the common name of Epacris serpyllifolia?

Thyme-leaved Epacris

What is the natural habitat of Epacris serpyllifolia?

Epacris serpyllifolia is found in heath and dry sclerophyll forests in Australia

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