Common heath
Epacris impressa
About
Epacris impressa, also known as common heath, is a species of plant in the heath family Ericaceae. It is native to south-eastern Australia. French botanist Jacques Labillardière collected the species in 1793 and described it in 1805. Four forms have been identified, but no subspecies are recognised. Growing in heathland, shrubland or open forest, it is generally a small shrub around 0.5 to 1 m tall, with small stiff leaves. The red, pink or white tube-like flowers appear from late autumn to early spring. Honeyeater birds, particularly the eastern spinebill, feed upon the nectar of the flowers. It regenerates after bushfire by seed or by resprouting.
- Family
- Ericaceae
How to use it
Common heath is primarily valued for its ornamental beauty, with its colorful flowers attracting various pollinators, particularly honeyeater birds. It can be a lovely addition to gardens, especially in areas that mimic its natural habitat of heathland or shrubland.
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Gardening tip
When planting common heath, ensure it is placed in well-drained soil and in a sunny spot to mimic its natural environment. This will help it thrive and produce beautiful flowers.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Epacris impressa
- Slug
- epacris-impressa
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Ericaceae
- Genus
- Epacris
- Species
- impressa
- Wikidata QID
- Q2494794
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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