Wittsteinia vacciniacea Baw-baw berry (Epacridaceae)

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Wittsteinia vacciniacea
Baw-baw berry
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The Wittsteinia vacciniacea plant species is found in Australia - Victoria. It is a member of the Epacridaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Baw-baw berry.

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Latin Name:  Wittsteinia vacciniacea
Common Name:  Baw-baw berry
Family:  Epacridaceae
Author:  F.Muell.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Found in the sub-alpine zone at altitudes between 900 - 1500 metres[154].

Propagation Notes: Seed - we have no information for this species but suggest sowing the seed in a greenhouse as soon as it is ripe if this is possible, otherwise in early spring. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots as soon as they are large enough to handle and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first two winters before trying them outdoors. Cuttings. Probably it is best to take these in July or August in a frame. It is quite likely that, as with many members of this family, plants have very fine root systems and great care must be taken when transplanting them.

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