Pentachondra pumila, also known as carpet heath, is a small alpine shrub in the epacris family (Ericaceae).

[2][1] It is commonly found in Australia and New Zealand in areas of high rainfall, being known for its small white flowers as well as its red, hollow fruit that grows on branch ends.

Five anthers are fused to the petals with a short style protruding from the centre, reaching 1.5 mm in height.

[6] It is widely distributed through both countries in the aforementioned states, though less so in the North Island of New Zealand and New South Wales in Australia.

[6] It frequently grows in exposed, rocky sites or in poorly drained, peaty areas, and is commonly found on the nests of ants (genus Ochetellus).

[8] It is often confused with Cyathodes dealbata, which is similar in appearance and growth habit, though can be distinguished by the glaucus veins on the underside of leaves, which is not evident on P.

[9] P. pumila requires open, sunny positions in areas that are subject to mild winters (no less than -5 °C), and cool, moist summers.