Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
distans
ID:
360158

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 544 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359490

Common Names

  • Distant Beard-Heath
  • Distant Fox-Heath
  • Spreading Beard-Heath

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Synonyms

  • Styphelia distans Spreng. [valid]

Description

Leucopogon distans (also called Common Beard-heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in heathland, woodland and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Leucopogon distans is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucopogon distans has white flowers with a yellow centre and a hairy calyx. The seeds are small, brown and oval shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucopogon distans is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Leucopogon distans

Leucopogon distans is native to Australia.

Leucopogon distans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucopogon distans?

Leucopogon distans

What are the common names of Leucopogon distans?

Distant Beard-heath

What is the natural habitat of Leucopogon distans?

Dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands

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