Agapetes arunachalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Authors:
D.Banik & Sanjappa
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 64: 335 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508347
Common Names
- Agapetes Arunachalensis
- Arunachal Agapetes
- Arunachal Wax Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agapetes arunachalensis (also called Arunachal agapetes, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India. It grows in moist, shady forests and woodland edges, and is often found in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Agapetes arunachalensis is used as an ornamental plant and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agapetes arunachalensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped seedling.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agapetes arunachalensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Agapetes arunachalensis
Racinaea domingosmartinis can be found in the mountains of Central America.
Agapetes arunachalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agapetes arunachalensis?
Agapetes arunachalensis
What type of plant is Agapetes arunachalensis?
A species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae
Where is Agapetes arunachalensis found?
It is native to India
Species in the Agapetes genus
Agapetes aborensis, Agapetes acuminata, Agapetes adenobotrys, Agapetes affinis, Agapetes alberti-edwardii, Agapetes amblyornidis, Agapetes angulata, Agapetes angustifolia, Agapetes anonyma, Agapetes arunachalensis, Agapetes atrosanguinea, Agapetes auriculata, Agapetes beccariana, Agapetes bhareliana, Agapetes bhutanica, Agapetes borii, Agapetes brachypoda, Agapetes bracteata, Agapetes brandisiana, Agapetes brassii, Agapetes brevicuspis, Agapetes bullata, Agapetes bulleyana, Agapetes burmanica, Agapetes buxifolia, Agapetes camelliifolia, Agapetes campanulata, Agapetes carrii, Agapetes cauliflora, Agapetes chapaensis, Agapetes ciliata, Agapetes costata, Agapetes dalaiensis, Agapetes discolor, Agapetes dispar, Agapetes emarginata, Agapetes epacridea, Agapetes fasciculiflora, Agapetes filicicola, Agapetes flava, Agapetes forbesii, Agapetes forrestii, Agapetes glabra, Agapetes graciliflora, Agapetes griffithii, Agapetes guangxiensis, Agapetes haemantha, Agapetes helenae, Agapetes hillii, Agapetes hookeri,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Munivenkatappa Sanjappa (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sanjappa' in the authors string.
Dipanwita Banik (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Banik' in the authors string.