Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neocaledonica
ID:
523761

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 31: 178 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523093

Common Names

  • Neocaledonica Agapetes
  • Agapetes Neocaledonica
  • Neocaledonica's Agapetes

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Description

Agapetes neocaledonica (also called New Caledonian Agapetes, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Ericaceae family. It is native to New Caledonia and grows in moist forests at elevations of 1000-3000 m. It has leathery, oblong leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agapetes neocaledonica 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 neocaledonica can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in an acidic soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5.

Where to Find Agapetes neocaledonica

Agapetes neocaledonica can be found in New Caledonia.

Agapetes neocaledonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agapetes neocaledonica?

Agapetes neocaledonica

What is the natural habitat of Agapetes neocaledonica?

Agapetes neocaledonica is native to New Caledonia.

What are the care requirements for Agapetes neocaledonica?

Agapetes neocaledonica 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