Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neriifolia
ID:
523762

Status:
valid

Authors:
(King & Prain) Airy Shaw

Source:
cmp

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1935: 39 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523094

Common Names

  • Neriifolia Agapetes
  • Agapetes Neriifolia
  • Neriifolia's Agapetes

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Synonyms

  • Agapetes desmogyne King & Prain [invalid]
  • Desmogyne neriifolia King & Prain [valid]
  • Agapetes neriifolia maxima Airy Shaw [valid]
  • Agapetes neriifolia neriifolia [valid]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agapetes neriifolia 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 neriifolia

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

Agapetes neriifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agapetes neriifolia?

Agapetes neriifolia

What is the natural habitat of Agapetes neriifolia?

Agapetes neriifolia is native to India.

What are the care requirements for Agapetes neriifolia?

Agapetes neriifolia 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

References

David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.