Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costata
ID:
523683

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.H.Wright

Source:
cmp

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1899: 102 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523015

Common Names

  • Agapetes Costata
  • Ribbed Agapetes
  • Himalayan Agapetes

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Description

Agapetes costata (also called Ribbed 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 costata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agapetes costata 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 costata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Once established, Agapetes costata should be kept in a bright, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Agapetes costata

Agapetes costata is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Agapetes costata FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Agapetes costata?

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

What type of soil is best for Agapetes costata?

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

How much light does Agapetes costata need?

Agapetes costata 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