Agapetes rugosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Harid. & R.R.Rao
Source:
cmp
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Forest Fl. Meghalaya 2: 542 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523134
Common Names
- Rugosus Agapetes
- Rugosus Waxberry
- Rugosus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agapetes rugosus (also called Wrinkled Agapetes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with small, bell-shaped flowers that are pink or white in color. It is native to the Himalayan region and is found in moist forests and grasslands at elevations of 2,000-3,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Agapetes rugosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and produces white, bell-shaped flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agapetes rugosus has white flowers with yellow centers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agapetes rugosus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a moist medium. Plants should be grown in partial shade and kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Agapetes rugosus
Agapetes rugosus is native to the Eastern Himalayas and can be found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.
Agapetes rugosus FAQ
What is the optimal soil type for Agapetes rugosus?
Agapetes rugosus prefers well-drained, acidic soil.
What is the ideal temperature range for Agapetes rugosus?
Agapetes rugosus prefers temperatures between 10-25°C.
What is the best light condition for Agapetes rugosus?
Agapetes rugosus 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.
R. Raghavendra Rao (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.R.Rao' in the authors string.
K. Haridasan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harid.' in the authors string.