Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
523768

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wight) Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2: 572 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523100

Common Names

  • Obovata Agapetes
  • Agapetes Obovata
  • Obovata's Agapetes

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Synonyms

  • Epigynium obovatum (Wight) Klotzsch [valid]
  • Thibaudia obovata (Wight) Griff. [valid]

Description

Agapetes obovata (also called Obovate 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 pinkish-red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Agapetes obovata 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 obovata 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 obovata 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 obovata

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

Agapetes obovata FAQ

What is the optimal soil type for Agapetes obovata?

Agapetes obovata prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature range for Agapetes obovata?

Agapetes obovata prefers temperatures between 10-25°C.

What is the best light condition for Agapetes obovata?

Agapetes obovata prefers bright, indirect light.

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.