Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
collinus
ID:
360124

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 543 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359456

Common Names

  • Leucopogon collinus
  • Collinus Leucopogon
  • Collin Leucopogon

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Synonyms

  • Leucopogon ciliatus A.Cunn. ex DC. [valid]
  • Styphelia reflexa Rudge. [valid]
  • Styphelia collina Labill. [valid]
  • Leucopogon collinus cinereus Gand. [deprecated]
  • Leucopogon collinus spiciger Gand. [deprecated]
  • Leucopogon collinus thymifolius Gand. [deprecated]
  • Leucopogon collinus billardierei DC. [deprecated]
  • Leucopogon collinus brownii DC. [deprecated]

Description

Leucopogon collinus (also called 'Hill Leucopogon', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, native to Australia. It is found in heathlands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leucopogon collinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucopogon collinus is a white or pale pink, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucopogon collinus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from the stems in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Leucopogon collinus

Leucopogon collinus is found in Australia.

Leucopogon collinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucopogon collinus?

Leucopogon collinus

What is the common name of Leucopogon collinus?

Hill Beard Heath

What is the natural habitat of Leucopogon collinus?

Heathland, dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

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