Agapetes pentastigma - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
J.Murata, Nob.Tanaka & H.Murata
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 91(Suppl.): 105 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348200
Common Names
- Agapetes pentastigma
- Pentastigma Agapetes
- Pentastigma Agapetes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agapetes pentastigma (also called 'Five-stamened Agapetes', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Agapetes pentastigma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a low-maintenance groundcover. It is also used as a food source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agapetes pentastigma has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agapetes pentastigma is a perennial shrub native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Agapetes pentastigma
Agapetes pentastigma can be found in the arid regions of Western Australia and South Australia.
Agapetes pentastigma FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agapetes pentastigma?
Agapetes pentastigma
What is the common name of Agapetes pentastigma?
Pentastigma Agapetes
What is the natural habitat of Agapetes pentastigma?
Mountain meadows and grasslands
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
Jin Murata (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Murata' in the authors string.
Nobuyuki Tanaka (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nob.Tanaka' in the authors string.
Hiroko Murata: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Murata' in the authors string.