Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
emarginata
ID:
523691

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hayata) Nakai

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 12: 377 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523023

Common Names

  • Agapetes Emarginata
  • Notched Agapetes
  • Himalayan Agapetes

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Description

Agapetes emarginata (also called Emarginate Agapetes, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to the Himalayas. It grows in moist, shady forests, at elevations of up to 3,000 meters. It has glossy, leathery leaves and clusters of small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers and purplish-brown spots, and hairy sepals.

Uses & Benefits

Agapetes emarginata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agapetes emarginata 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 emarginata 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 emarginata should be kept in a bright, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Agapetes emarginata

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

Agapetes emarginata FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Agapetes emarginata?

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

What type of soil is best for Agapetes emarginata?

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

How much light does Agapetes emarginata need?

Agapetes emarginata 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

References

Takenoshin Nakai (1882-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nakai' in the authors string.
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.