Epacris Study Group

The Epacris Study Group is one of over 20 such Groups whose aims are to further knowledge about the cultivation, propagation and conservation of specific Australian plants. As in all study groups, the members' work is carried out in their own homes and gardens and in their own spare time.

This Group was formed with the aim of studying the cultivation and propagation of the genus Epacris so that more species could be seen in gardens. It also aims to examine the growing requirements of the various species to improve their reliability.

Two forms of common heath, Epacris impressa. The pink form at left is the floral emblem of Victoria. Photos: Brian Walters

The Study Group's newsletters document reports from members into cultivation issues, propagation methods and natural occurrences of different species. The newsletters also include information on the taxonomy of the plants being studied, including details of new and reclassified species.