Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vaccinioides
ID:
669155

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lhotzky ex Sond.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 325 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668487

Common Names

  • Vaccinioides Heath
  • Pink Heath
  • Mountain Heath

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Description

Epacris vaccinioides (also called Heath Epacris, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, white flowers and narrow, pointed leaves. It is found in heathlands, woodlands, and wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Epacris vaccinioides is used as an ornamental plant and in landscaping. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epacris vaccinioides 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 vaccinioides 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 vaccinioides

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

Epacris vaccinioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epacris vaccinioides?

Epacris vaccinioides

What type of soil does Epacris vaccinioides prefer?

Epacris vaccinioides prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Epacris vaccinioides?

Epacris vaccinioides 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