Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squarrosa
ID:
669146

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poir.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Encycl. , Suppl. 2: 556 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668478

Common Names

  • Squarrosa Heath
  • Pink Heath
  • Mountain Heath

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Description

Epacris squarrosa (also called Bristly 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 squarrosa 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 squarrosa 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 squarrosa is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to Australia and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining seed raising mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-draining medium.

Where to Find Epacris squarrosa

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

Epacris squarrosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epacris squarrosa?

Epacris squarrosa

What is the common name of Epacris squarrosa?

Bristly Epacris

What is the natural habitat of Epacris squarrosa?

Epacris squarrosa 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

References