Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
mollis
ID:
359772

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Pritz.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 35: 471 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359104

Common Names

  • Mollis Beard-heath
  • Soft Beard-heath
  • Mollis Leucopogon

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Synonyms

  • Styphelia mollis (Pritz.) Sleumer [valid]

Description

Leucopogon mollis (also called the soft beard-heath, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Australia. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 meter tall, with white flowers. It is found in dry to moist areas, such as heathlands, woodlands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Leucopogon mollis is an evergreen shrub with fragrant white flowers. It is often used as a hedge or in containers, and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Leucopogon mollis is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate with a single stem and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucopogon mollis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Leucopogon mollis

Leucopogon mollis can be found in Australia and New Zealand.

Leucopogon mollis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucopogon mollis?

Leucopogon mollis

What is the family of Leucopogon mollis?

Ericaceae

Where is Leucopogon mollis native to?

Australia

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