Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chapaensis
ID:
523679

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dop

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 3: 702 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523011

Common Names

  • Agapetes Chapaensis
  • Chapai Agapetes
  • Himalayan Agapetes

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Synonyms

  • Agapetes chapaensis oblonga Dop [valid]

Description

Agapetes chapaensis (also called Chape Agapetes, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces bell-shaped, white flowers. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Agapetes chapaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agapetes chapaensis has white flowers with yellow centers and red berries. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agapetes chapaensis is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Agapetes chapaensis

Agapetes chapaensis can be found in the tropical forests of India.

Agapetes chapaensis FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Agapetes chapaensis?

Agapetes chapaensis prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C)

What type of soil is best for Agapetes chapaensis?

Agapetes chapaensis prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix with plenty of organic matter.

How much light does Agapetes chapaensis need?

Agapetes chapaensis prefers bright, indirect light.

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