Phyllodoce empetriformis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
empetriformis
ID:
1047544
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sm.) D.Don
Source:
tro
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh New Philos. J. 17: 160 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001046882
Common Names
- Phyllodoce empetriformis
- Empetriformis Phyllodoce
- Empetriformis Mountain Heather
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phyllodoce empetriformis (also called Mountain Heather, Mountain Pink, and Pink Heather, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall. It has small, needle-like leaves and pink flowers that bloom in the summer. It is native to the western United States and Canada and is found in moist, acidic soils in alpine meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllodoce empetriformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Phyllodoce empetriformis are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, dark brown, and ovate. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two opposite leaves.
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Phyllodoce empetriformis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Phyllodoce empetriformis
Phyllodoce empetriformis can be found in the mountains of Europe and Asia.
Species in the Phyllodoce genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.