Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
muscorum
ID:
523757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 21: 473 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523089

Common Names

  • Muscorum Agapetes
  • Agapetes Muscorum
  • Muscorum's Agapetes

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Description

Agapetes muscorum (also called Mossy Agapetes, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to the Himalayas and Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 6-10 feet and has glossy, evergreen leaves and bright red flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade.

Uses & Benefits

Agapetes muscorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be grown in containers. It has white flowers that bloom in summer and can be used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agapetes muscorum has white or pink flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with round leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agapetes muscorum 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 muscorum

Agapetes muscorum can be found in the Himalayas, from Nepal to Bhutan.

Agapetes muscorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agapetes muscorum?

Agapetes muscorum

What is the natural habitat of Agapetes muscorum?

Agapetes muscorum is native to India.

What are the care requirements for Agapetes muscorum?

Agapetes muscorum needs bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil.

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