Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
glabratus
ID:
359839

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gand.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 65: 55 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359171

Common Names

  • Smooth Beard-heath
  • Smooth Leucopogon
  • Smooth Beard-heath

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Description

Leucopogon glabratus (also called Glabrous Beard-heath, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1 m high. It is native to Australia and grows in sandy soils in heathlands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Leucopogon glabratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has a range of medicinal uses, including treating skin problems, respiratory issues, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucopogon glabratus has small white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucopogon glabratus is a small shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-hardwood cuttings of new growth.

Where to Find Leucopogon glabratus

Leucopogon glabratus can be found in Australia and New Zealand.

Leucopogon glabratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucopogon glabratus?

Leucopogon glabratus

What is the common name of Leucopogon glabratus?

Smooth Beard-heath

What is the natural habitat of Leucopogon glabratus?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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