Agapetes salicifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
Gardner ex Thwaites
Source:
cmp
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. [Thwaites] 170. 1860 [Oct-Nov 1860]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523135
Common Names
- Salicifolia Agapetes
- Willow-leaved Agapetes
- Willow-leaf Agapetes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agapetes salicifolia (also called Willow-leaved 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 salicifolia 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 salicifolia has white flowers with yellow centers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agapetes salicifolia 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 salicifolia
Agapetes salicifolia is native to the Eastern Himalayas and can be found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.
Agapetes salicifolia FAQ
What is the optimal soil type for Agapetes salicifolia?
Agapetes salicifolia prefers well-drained, acidic soil.
What is the ideal temperature range for Agapetes salicifolia?
Agapetes salicifolia prefers temperatures between 10-25°C.
What is the best light condition for Agapetes salicifolia?
Agapetes salicifolia 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
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.