Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
acicularis
ID:
359344

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 4: 199 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358676

Common Names

  • Leucopogon acicularis
  • Needle-leaved Leucopogon
  • Leucopogon

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Synonyms

  • Styphelia acicularis F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Leucopogon acicularis (also called needle beard-heath, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It has small, needle-like leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is commonly found in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Leucopogon acicularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used for erosion control on slopes and in roadside plantings.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucopogon acicularis has small, white flowers that appear in the spring. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and oval in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucopogon acicularis is a low-growing, spreading, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It is easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soils in full sun. It is tolerant of some light shade, but best flowering occurs in full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Leucopogon acicularis

Leucopogon acicularis is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Leucopogon acicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucopogon acicularis?

Leucopogon acicularis

What type of plant is Leucopogon acicularis?

A shrub

Where is Leucopogon acicularis found?

It is found in Australia

Species in the Leucopogon genus

Leucopogon acicularis, Leucopogon affinis, Leucopogon altissimus, Leucopogon amplectens, Leucopogon amplexicaulis, Leucopogon apiculatus, Leucopogon assimllis, Leucopogon atherolepis, Leucopogon australis, Leucopogon bellignianus, Leucopogon borealis, Leucopogon bracteolaris, Leucopogon canaliculatus, Leucopogon capitellatus, Leucopogon carinatus, Leucopogon carinatus, Leucopogon cicatricatus, Leucopogon cinereus, Leucopogon cochlearifolius, Leucopogon collinus, Leucopogon compactus, Leucopogon concurvus, Leucopogon cordatus, Leucopogon corifolius, Leucopogon costatus, Leucopogon cryptanthus, Leucopogon cucullatus, Leucopogon cygnorum, Leucopogon denticulatus, Leucopogon denudatus, Leucopogon distans, Leucopogon elatior, Leucopogon elegans, Leucopogon exolacius, Leucopogon fasciculatus, Leucopogon fastigiata, Leucopogon fimbriatus, Leucopogon florulentus, Leucopogon fraternus, Leucopogon gelidus, Leucopogon gibbosus, Leucopogon gilbertii, Leucopogon glabellus, Leucopogon glabratus, Leucopogon glacialis, Leucopogon gnaphalioides, Leucopogon gracilis, Leucopogon gracillimus, Leucopogon heterophyllus, Leucopogon hirsutus,

Species in the Ericaceae family