Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
fastigiata
ID:
359347

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) G.Don

Source:
ksu

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 3: 779 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358679

Common Names

  • Leucopogon fastigiata
  • Column-leaved Leucopogon
  • Leucopogon

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Leucopogon fastigiata 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 fastigiata 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 fastigiata 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 fastigiata

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

Leucopogon fastigiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucopogon fastigiata?

Leucopogon fastigiata

What is the common name of Leucopogon fastigiata?

Wallflower Beard-heath

What is the habitat of Leucopogon fastigiata?

It is found in 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

References