Agapetes leiocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
S.H.Huang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 25: 317 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523056
Common Names
- Leiocarpa Agapetes
- Agapetes leiocarpa
- Leiocarpa Agapetes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agapetes leiocarpa (also called Smooth-fruited Agapetes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub, typically growing to 1–2 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas, from Nepal to Bhutan, and in the mountains of southern China. It is found in moist forests at altitudes of 1000–3000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Agapetes leiocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agapetes leiocarpa is a white, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agapetes leiocarpa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a potting mix. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly and kept in a sunny location.
Where to Find Agapetes leiocarpa
Agapetes leiocarpa is native to the Eastern Himalayas in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar. It can be found in moist forests and shrublands at elevations of 1,000-3,000 m.
Agapetes leiocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agapetes leiocarpa?
Agapetes leiocarpa
What is the natural habitat of Agapetes leiocarpa?
Agapetes leiocarpa is native to the Eastern Himalayas
What is the flower color of Agapetes leiocarpa?
Agapetes leiocarpa has white or pink flowers
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
Shu Hua Huang (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.H.Huang' in the authors string.