Agapetes siangensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
D.Banik & Sanjappa
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 64: 340 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508350
Common Names
- Agapetes Siangensis
- Siang Agapetes
- Siang Wax Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agapetes siangensis (also called Siang agapetes, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India. It grows in moist, shady forests and woodland edges, and is often found in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Agapetes siangensis is used as an ornamental plant and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agapetes siangensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped seedling.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agapetes siangensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Agapetes siangensis
Agapetes siangensis is native to India and can be found in the tropical forests of the Eastern Himalayas.
Agapetes siangensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agapetes siangensis?
Agapetes siangensis
What is the common name of Agapetes siangensis?
Siangensis
Where is Agapetes siangensis found?
Northeastern India
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
Munivenkatappa Sanjappa (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sanjappa' in the authors string.
Dipanwita Banik (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Banik' in the authors string.