Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virgata
ID:
669160

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 6: 271 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668492

Common Names

  • Virgata Heath
  • Pink Heath
  • Mountain Heath

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Synonyms

  • Epacris exserta virgata (Hook.f.) Benth. [valid]

Description

Epacris virgata (also called Twiggy 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 virgata 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 virgata 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 virgata 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 virgata

Epacris virgata can be found in Australia, particularly in New South Wales and Victoria.

Epacris virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epacris virgata?

Epacris virgata

What is the common name of Epacris virgata?

Common heath

What is the habitat of Epacris virgata?

It is found in heathland, dry sclerophyll forest, and coastal scrub

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