Agapetes heana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.H.Tong & J.D.Ya
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 180: 134, figs. 1-2. 2021
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000025362
Common Names
- Agapetes heana
- Heana Agapetes
- Heana Agapetes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agapetes heana (also called Agapetes heana var. heana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is a small shrub, usually reaching a height of around 1 meter. It is native to India, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is found in the states of Maharashtra and Karnataka.
Uses & Benefits
Agapetes heana is used as a food source for livestock and is also used to make medicines for treating digestive problems, fever, and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agapetes heana has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agapetes heana is an evergreen shrub native to India. It is an easy to grow plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil mix with plenty of organic matter and a bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Agapetes heana
Agapetes heana is native to India. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.
Agapetes heana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agapetes heana?
Agapetes heana
What is the family of Agapetes heana?
Ericaceae
What is the distribution of Agapetes heana?
Nepal
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,