Blunt-leaf heath
Epacris obtusifolia
About
Epacris obtusifolia, commonly known as blunt-leaf heath, is a species of flowering plant from the heath family, Ericaceae, and is endemic to eastern Australia. It is an erect shrub with few stems, crowded, oblong to elliptic leaves and tube-shaped white or cream-coloured flowers arranged along the stems.
- Family
- Ericaceae
How to use it
Blunt-leaf heath can be used ornamentally in gardens due to its attractive flowers and unique foliage. It thrives in well-drained soils and can be a beautiful addition to native plant gardens, providing habitat for local wildlife.
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Gardening tip
When planting blunt-leaf heath, ensure it is placed in well-drained soil to help it thrive. This plant prefers a sunny spot, so choose a location that gets plenty of sunlight!
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In the kitchen
Blunt-leaf heath is not eaten by humans. While its flowers may look appealing, they are not suitable for culinary use. Always be cautious and ensure that any plant you consider for eating is safe and edible!
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Epacris obtusifolia
- Slug
- epacris-obtusifolia
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Ericaceae
- Genus
- Epacris
- Species
- obtusifolia
- Wikidata QID
- Q3016668
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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