Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.H.Tong, K.Armstr. & Bin Yang
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2022
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 2022(4)-e03496: 2. 2022
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000040022
Common Names
- Agapetes Oligodonta
- Oligodonta Agapetes
- Agapetes Oligodonta
Description
Agapetes oligodonta (also called 'Oligodontous Agapetes', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Himalayas and Southeast Asia. It has an upright habit with a rounded crown and can reach up to 2 meters in height. The leaves are oblong-elliptic and are arranged in opposite pairs. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas and secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Agapetes oligodonta is an ornamental plant that is used for landscaping and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and can be used in cooking.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agapetes oligodonta is a small, pink, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agapetes oligodonta is an evergreen shrub native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.
Where to Find Agapetes oligodonta
Agapetes oligodonta can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, China, and Thailand.
Agapetes oligodonta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agapetes oligodonta?
Agapetes oligodonta
What is the common name of Agapetes oligodonta?
Few-toothed Agapetes
Where is Agapetes oligodonta native to?
Nepal
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