Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
juniperoides
ID:
368463

Status:
valid

Authors:
Paxton

Source:
ksu

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Paxton's Mag. Bot. 15: 23 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367795

Common Names

  • Leucopogon juniperoides
  • Juniper-like Leucopogon
  • Juniper-like Beard-heath

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Description

Leucopogon juniperoides (also called Juniper-like Beard Heath, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows in dry, rocky areas, and is characterized by its white flowers and small, needle-like leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Leucopogon juniperoides is a species of shrub that is native to Australia. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, and is also used in erosion control projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucopogon juniperoides has white, bell-shaped flowers that are arranged in small, dense clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and are covered in short hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucopogon juniperoides is a tropical plant that can be grown from seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Leucopogon juniperoides

Leucopogon juniperoides can be found in Australia.

Leucopogon juniperoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucopogon juniperoides?

Leucopogon juniperoides

What is the common name of Leucopogon juniperoides?

Juniper beard-heath

What is the natural habitat of Leucopogon juniperoides?

Leucopogon juniperoides is native to Ethiopia.

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